Job Overview

Our client is seeking a highly organized and professional Paralegal to support daily legal and administrative operations in a fast-paced remote environment. This role will focus heavily on client communication, case coordination, document management, and administrative support rather than substantive legal drafting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and experienced in working within a law firm environment. This is a full-time remote role supporting a New York-based legal team.

Client Overview

The client is a New York-based law firm transitioning from a traditional office setup into a modern virtual practice. While the firm maintains a physical office in Brooklyn for document signings and essential in-person meetings, the majority of operations are handled remotely. The team is focused on creating efficient workflows, maintaining excellent client communication, and delivering high-quality legal support services in a flexible virtual environment.

Schedule: Monday - Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST (Monday - Thursday) / 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST (Friday - Saturday), with 30 minutes paid break daily (44 work hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with clients and manage client interactions in a legal environment
• Coordinate calls, meetings, and document exchanges among team members working remotely
• Organize and maintain digital case files using legal practice management software
• Transfer calls and facilitate communication between attorneys, staff, and clients
• Assist with document collection, intake coordination, and file distribution
• Support the firm’s transition and ongoing operations within a virtual office structure
• Track follow-ups, deadlines, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth workflow management
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all client information is properly organized
• Assist with scheduling appointments, consultations, and internal meetings
• Handle general administrative tasks and provide operational support to the legal team

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of professional administrative or paralegal experience
• Previous experience working in a law firm environment
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, workflows, and office procedures
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Tech-savvy with the ability to learn and adapt to new systems quickly

Nice-to-Have Requirements

• Experience using Clio practice management software
• Background in US civil litigation and familiarity with motions and legal procedures
• Previous experience supporting US-based virtual law firms
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, Gmail, Google Chat, and video conferencing tools

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note

• Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.