For ambitious, culturally diverse, curious minds seeking booming careers, Job Duck unlocks and nurtures your potential. We connect you with rewarding, remote job opportunities with US-based employers who recognize and appreciate your skills, allowing you to not just survive but thrive. As a lifestyle company, we ensure that everybody working here has a fantastic time, which is why we’ve earned the Great Place to Work Certification every year since 2022! Job Description: Job Description We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and trustworthy Legal Assistant to join our team. You will be responsible for assisting with discovery, drafting motions and pleadings, communication with courts, and managing scheduling and calendaring. This role requires excellent written communication skills, impeccable spelling, strong organization, and a high level of confidentiality. If you enjoy a structured environment, take pride in accuracy, and thrive when supporting attorneys in litigation and administrative tasks, this role is perfect for you. Schedule: Monday to Friday 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. CST Monthly compensation: 1,150 to 1,220 USD Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Answer incoming phone calls professionally and promptly. Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and court dates. Draft motions, pleadings, and routine legal documents with precision. Communicate with courts regarding filings, dates, procedures, and updates. Ensure all documents are properly formatted, free of errors, and filed on time. Serve as a helpful and informed point of contact for clients and court staff. Assist with discovery requests and responses. Requirements: - Fluent in English (excellent writing required) - Exceptional spelling and grammar - Strong legal writing and communication skills - Ability to draft legal documents accurately - Experience with legal scheduling and calendaring - Knowledge of court communications and procedures Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM [CST][CDT] (United States of America) Languages: English Ready to dive in? Apply now and make sure to follow all the instructions!  Our application process involves multiple stages, and submitting your application is just the first step. Every candidate must successfully pass each stage to move forward in the process. Please keep an eye on your email and WhatsApp for the next steps. A recruiter will be assigned to guide you through the application process. Be sure to check your spam folder as well.

• Maintains schedules and calendar for assigned attorney(s) • Composes a variety of correspondence, pleadings and various legal forms • Coordinates time and location of multi-party appearances, including depositions, arbitrations, mediations, Independent Medical Exams (IME’s) meetings and site inspections • Answers telephone calls, emails and handles client inquiries • Receives and processes incoming mail • Contacts clients, witnesses, court reporters, interpreters, claims personnel, and others to confirm scheduled appearances as instructed by assigned attorney(s) • Maintains a thorough knowledge and keeps up-to-date with court rules and legal deadlines

• Conducts legal research, assembles case materials, writes research memos and drafts, pleadings and motions under the guidance and mentorship of an Attorney or Supervising Attorney. • Supports attorneys by assembling and organizing information for legal documents. • Generally works on a part time basis approximately 20 hours per week. • Research laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, or other information related to cases. • Analyze legal issues and apply appropriate legal principles to determine applicable defenses, relevant arguments and litigation strategy. • Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, or statements of issues involved in cases, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations. • Review complaints, petitions or motions that have been filed to determine issues involved. • Prepare responsive pleadings and correspondence as appropriate. • Assist and provide trial attorney support in preparing trial/mediation/arbitration documents and binders. • Attend court sessions, depositions, mediations and trials to hear oral arguments and document necessary case information.

• Perform screening, organization, and filing of physical and digital documents and case files, ensuring accessibility and information security; • Draft, under the guidance and supervision of requesters, templates and documents of lower complexity; • Monitor case progress and manage deadlines to ensure compliance with judicial procedures and timelines, as well as updating clients' systems in accordance with established guidelines; • Conduct procedural analysis and prepare legal opinions; • Execute system-based compliance with court orders to fulfill obligations or process payment of judgments.