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Legal Executive Assistant

This is a remote position.

Our client is looking for a part-time Executive Legal Assistant to provide high-level administrative and litigation support in a fast-paced, professional legal environment. Over the past several years, they have built a strong reputation for their excellence in appellate and trial-level advocacy, consistently delivering strategic, detail-driven representation and results.

This fully remote role is ideal for a highly organized, independent professional who thrives in a structured, detail-oriented environment. The Executive Legal Assistant will play a pivotal role in ensuring accuracy, organization, and timely management of case materials, communications, and administrative processes — helping maintain the efficiency and precision of legal operations.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and update the firm’s case filing system and database of active matters, ensuring all court filings and related documents are accurately stored and named following firm conventions.

  • Process and organize new filings and court notifications received through ECF/PACER or email, ensuring proper indexing and accessibility.

  • Conduct legal research and compile case materials from PACER, court websites, and public databases.

  • Prepare, format, and organize documents, applying established naming and folder protocols for ease of reference.

  • Coordinate case research assignments, compiling complete folders of filings for attorney review.

  • Draft and manage correspondence with clients, courts, and service providers.

  • Maintain and refine internal process documentation, including recurring checklists for research, filing, and case management procedures.

  • Support asynchronous communication workflows, including updates through email and Loom videos to minimize unnecessary meetings.

  • Manage light personal and administrative tasks, such as scheduling, coordinating mail deliveries, or vendor communications.




Requirements

  • Proven experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or executive assistant supporting litigation or law firm operations.

  • Familiarity with ECF/PACER systems and general court filing procedures.

  • Strong organizational and file management skills with meticulous attention to detail.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and cloud-based file management systems.

  • Experience with asynchronous communication tools (e.g., Loom) and a comfort level working independently in a remote setup.

  • Ability to prioritize effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

  • Previous experience in appellate, civil litigation, or legal research environments is highly desirable.

  • Self-starter with strong time management skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

  • Calm, detail-oriented personality — able to maintain accuracy in repetitive or structured workflows.

  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and trustworthiness.



Benefits

  • Part-time, 100% remote position (approximately 20 hours per week).

  • Flexible working schedule with asynchronous communication structure.

  • Opportunity to collaborate with an experienced attorney in a boutique legal practice.

  • Supportive, low-interruption work environment emphasizing clarity and independence.

  • Stable, long-term engagement for a reliable and detail-oriented professional.



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