Legal Assistant

RecLatam is hiring on behalf of a U.S.-based law firm focused on Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, and Probate law. The firm is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and professional Legal Assistant to support daily operations in a fully remote role.Role DescriptionThis is a fully remote position for someone comfortable working during Central Time business hours. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, comfortable communicating with clients, and able to manage administrative and legal support tasks efficiently.This role is a great fit for someone with prior legal assistant or law office experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.ResponsibilitiesAnswering phone calls and communicating with clients professionallyScheduling appointments and managing calendarsAssisting with client intake and follow-upsPreparing, organizing, and managing legal documents and PDFsAssisting attorneys with preparation of legal documents and correspondenceMaintaining and organizing case files and client recordsSupporting document filing and case-related administrative tasksCoordinating with attorneys and clients regarding case updatesSupporting attorneys with administrative and legal tasksCoordinating emails and maintaining organized case filesHandling sensitive client information with confidentialityAssisting with document preparation and general legal support tasksRequired Skills and ExperienceApplicants should have:Prior experience as a Legal Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar roleStrong communication and organizational skillsStrong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions carefullyProfessional and friendly client communication skillsReliability and accountability in a remote work environmentAbility to work independently and manage multiple tasksExperience in a law office is preferredExperience with intake, scheduling, document preparation, client communication, or case management is a plusExperience supporting attorneys with legal documentation and case management is a plusSoftware and Tech SkillsApplicants should be comfortable using or willing to learn:ZoomGoogle DocsGoogle DriveGmail or similar email platformsAdobe Acrobat or similar PDF toolsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Office / Microsoft 365Online scheduling toolsCandidates do not need to be technical experts but should feel comfortable learning and using common office software.ScheduleMonday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time.Originally posted on Himalayas