Remote Litigation Support Attorney (US Firm)- #34899

Our client was founded in 1997 and headquartered in New York, this full-service law firm has built a reputation as a highly skilled yet hands-on legal practice serving individuals, families, and businesses.

The firm offers a broad range of legal services across commercial and state/federal civil litigation, personal injury, labor and employment matters, matrimonial and family law, corporate and business law, real estate transactions and lease matters, asset-based transactions, trusts and estates, probate and administration, elder law including Medicaid and longterm care planning, as well as DWI and criminal defense.

This is a great opportunity to join a client-focused, fullservice New York law firm known for its hands-on approach, broad litigation and transactional practice, and strong commitment to delivering strategic counsel on matters that matter most.

As an Attorney, you will conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, discovery demands, petitions, and client correspondence to support a wide range of litigation matters. You will assist attorneys and paralegals in managing cases, executing document workflows, and delivering high-quality work product that meets firm standards.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research
• Prepare pleadings, discovery demands, petitions, and client correspondence
• Assist attorneys and paralegals with active litigation matters
• Collaborate on document preparation and case workflows
• Execute established workflows using firm databases and document systems
• Make necessary adjustments to documents based on case-specific circumstances
• Participate in flexible project work when regular caseload is current
  

Work Environment :

• Team-oriented and collaborative culture
• Open communication encouraged — questions and dialogue are welcomed
• Focus on long-term professional development
• Commitment to producing high-quality work that satisfies clients
• We are committed to investing time, energy, and patience in training our team and building a long-term, mutually beneficial working relationship.
  

Requirements

Must-have Skills / Qualification:

• Must have at least 2 years of litigation experience
• Prior litigation experience is required, with preference given to candidates with US litigation exposure. Candidates with solid general litigation experience outside the US may also be considered.
• Must be fluent in English and possess excellent English speaking, reading, and writing abilities
• Experience in customer service
• Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Must have access to WIFI
• Must have a computer and a cell phone with WIFI capabilities
• Not a job hopper

Advantageous/ Nice to have Skills:

• Experience in law firm is highly desired
• Database management preferred
• Having diverse experience in handling civil cases is a big plus.

Job “Soft” Skill Requirements (Personal):

• Must be a self-starter
• Must be a fast and eager learner
• Must have a strong aim to please
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must maintain a positive and polite persona
• Must have critical thinking and problem solving abilities
• Must be responsive and value clear communication
• Must be honest, forthright and direct (we value input)

Job “Technical” Skill Requirements (Generic/Application):

Must be proficient, or must be willing to learn proficiency, in the following applications. The list below is non-exhaustive.

• Google Search Engine
• Gmail
• OneDrive
• MS Teams
• ChatGPT (and other AI platforms)
• Word o Excel o PowerPoint

Employment Type: Independent Contract - Freelance

Schedule: Monday to Friday – 08:30 AM and 5:00 PM US EST

Location: Remote

Industry: Law Practice