Collaborative Legal Assistant
  • Remote Texas Starting as needed with the opportunity to grow into 30 to 40 hour per week for the right person.
  • Legal -2022-002
  • Contract
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Description
Responsibilities Include:
• Practical knowledge of Efile.Texascourts.gov. 1eFile, Court File America, File Time, iDocket, US Legal Pro & more.
• E-filing for Attorneys in the State of Texas as needed or requested by Best Virtual Paralegal LLC
• Handle communication with Litigates, Attorneys, Best Virtual Paralegal’s Owner, & Clerks.
• Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence for State, Federal and Criminal matters
• Answer and direct phone calls from Litigates, Attorneys, Best Virtual Paralegal’s Owner & Clerks
• Maintain contact lists
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars.


Requirements
Requirements and skills:

  • Must be available during Central Standard Time from 8 am to 5 pm to answer phones.
  • Five years of experience working in a law office setting and managing calendars & docket control.
  • Proven working experience as Legal Assistant
  • Computer literacy
  • Proficiency in English
  • Working knowledge of case management software
  • Excellent legal secretary and organizational skills
  • Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
  • A background check is required
  • Each position we offer may have additional requirements set by the client’s individual and unique needs.

Submissions are not accepted without a resume cover letter, a letter of interest, three professional references from attorneys, and a rate sheet for services. Best Virtual Paralegal may verify references before scheduling interviews.

******* BEST VIRTUAL PARALEGAL LLC WILL NOT ACCEPT FRIEND REQUESTS, FAXES, OR PHONE CALLS ABOUT CAREER OPENINGS *AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Best Virtual Paralegal LLC is committed to the principles of equal opportunities for all employe and providing those same principles to our 1099 contracting folks. All employment decisions at Best Virtual Paralegal LLC are based on business needs, project and case requirements, individual qualification, and home office security, without regard to regard to race, color, religion or belief, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Best Virtual Paralegal LLC will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. In addition, the company will not tolerate late work products, missed deadlines, or non-responsive behavior. Best Virtual Paralegal LLC may consider for employment qualified individuals with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all ABA professional rules of conduct, coupled with all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.




Benefits
  • No Benefits
  • Remote / Flex
  • Independent Contractor 1099 Position with Contract
  • Senior-level expertise required
  • Pay is competitive.