Legal Assistant

This is a remote position.

WorkBetterNow (www.workbetternow.com) connects talented professionals in LATAM and the Caribbean with full-time, remote positions at U.S.-based companies. We put our remote professionals first, fostering a culture that values work-life balance, continuous learning, and professional growth. We are looking for committed professionals with at least two years of experience who are proficient in English and ready for a stable, long-term career.

Our Core Values

• Put our Talent first
  
• Pursuit of excellence/continuous learning
  
• Integrity and transparency
  
• Ownership mentality
  
• Pursuit of growth
  
• Excellent attitude
  

• Draft, review, and format legal documents including contracts, agreements, pleadings, motions, affidavits, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
  
• Conduct legal research using online databases and other resources, summarizing findings and preparing reports for attorney review.
  
• Organize and maintain digital case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate, updated, and properly categorized.
  
• Monitor legal deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements to ensure timely submissions.
  
• Prepare and file legal documents with courts, government agencies, or regulatory entities in compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
  
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and external stakeholders regarding case status and documentation requests.
  
• Assist in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, witness lists, case summaries, and supporting materials.
  
• Review contracts and legal documents for completeness, consistency, and compliance.
  
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all legal, client, and company information.
  
• Support attorneys with administrative coordination, scheduling, and case tracking as needed.
  

Requirements

• 2+ years of proven experience as a paralegal or legal assistant preferred.
  
• Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation standards.
  
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal management software.
  
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a remote environment
  

• Processor: Intel 11th Gen (or AMD Ryzen 5000 series) for Windows | M2 for Macs.
  
• RAM: 16 GB minimum.
  
• Internet: Stable connection of 25-50 Mbps minimum.