Remote Legal Assistant (Family Law)
Experience: Entry Level Salary: $23 - $40 per hour Job Details -
What You'll Do
- Manage e-filing of court documents, calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, and coordinate logistics
- Draft and proofread litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and memos
- Support attorneys with email correspondence, pleading preparation, and client file management
- Communicate professionally with clients and opposing counsel
- Conduct basic legal research, including local rules across various superior courts
- Scan and digitize records and pleadings with a sharp eye for accuracy
- Handle data entry and billing-related tasks
- Assist with firm operations, including website updates, marketing, and lead generation support
- Provide reception coverage on an as-needed basis
- Collaborate closely with attorneys and staff throughout the litigation lifecycle
What You Bring
- 10+ years of experience as a legal assistant in a law firm setting
- 5+ years of family law experience (strongly preferred)
- Fluency in Mandarin and English (required)
- Strong technical skills and comfort with legal software
- Excellent written, verbal, and analytical communication
- Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize time-sensitive tasks
- A strong work ethic and a proactive, ownership-driven mindset
- Supervisory or managerial experience is a plus
Why Apply
- 100% remote flexibility
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Boutique firm environment with meaningful, substantive work
- Opportunity to take initiative and grow with a collaborative team
A bit about us: - A boutique law firm specializing in family law and civil litigation is seeking a seasoned Senior Family Law Legal Assistant to join our team. This is a fully remote, full-time opportunity for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment. We're looking for a polished professional who can hit the ground running, take ownership of complex cases, and operate with minimal supervision. If you're fluent in both English and Mandarin, deeply familiar with family law procedures, and known for your organization and follow-through, we'd love to hear from you. 40-hour per week schedule (8:30 am - 5:30 pm with one hour lunch break) Why join us? -
- Competitive pay: $25–$40/hr DOE
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance for added peace of mind
- 401(k) plan to secure your future
- Paid sick leave and generous paid time off, including your birthday off
- Quarterly half-days to support work-life balance
- Work-from-home stipend to improve your home office setup
- Health & wellness stipend to support your well-being
- Flexible schedule to fit your lifestyle
- Travel reimbursement for business trips
- Supportive, respectful, and collaborative team environment
- And much more!
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