Legal Assistant

About the role

We are looking for a meticulous Legal Assistant to support our legal team with administrative and substantive tasks. The role focuses on US and UK legal matters, requiring strong document handling, research, and coordination skills.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, format, and proofread motions, contracts, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Organise and maintain physical and electronic case files.
• Conduct legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw, or PACER.
• Act as liaison between attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Manage legal calendars, schedule depositions, hearings, and meetings.
• File documents with courts and government agencies in compliance with standards.
• Handle telephone calls, email correspondence, and billing tasks.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or secretary in US or UK law.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a Paralegal Certification.
• High‑speed, stable internet connection with reliable backup and uninterrupted power supply.
• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• LexisNexis
• Westlaw
• PACER
• Legal management software