US Paralegal VA

US PARALEGAL VA (Family Law, Bankruptcy, Immigration and Worker’s Comp.)

Work Setup: Full-Time | Onsite – Makati City, Valero
Schedule: Night Shift
Salary: Open for Negotiation

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal Assistant / Legal Virtual Assistant to provide legal and administrative support to U.S.-based law firms. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience supporting U.S. legal cases in Family Law, Bankruptcy, Immigration, and/or Workers’ Compensation.

This role involves managing case files, preparing legal documentation, coordinating with clients and relevant parties, tracking deadlines, and supporting attorneys with day-to-day case management. Candidates with a law degree and relevant U.S. legal support experience are welcome, as are experienced Legal VAs or Paralegals without a law degree.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and update digital case files, legal records, correspondence, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare, review, proofread, and organize legal documents and correspondence under attorney supervision.
• Assist with case preparation, including compiling evidence, organizing supporting documents, preparing case summaries, and maintaining case chronologies.
• Monitor case progress, track deadlines, manage follow-ups, and ensure legal records are accurate and up to date.
• Coordinate with clients to gather information, request documents, provide case updates, and facilitate communication with the legal team.
• Communicate and coordinate with relevant third parties, such as courts, government agencies, insurance companies, medical providers, and other legal professionals, as required by the assigned practice area.
• Assist with document collection, discovery preparation, document review, and filing-related administrative tasks.
• Schedule consultations, hearings, meetings, and other case-related appointments.
• Conduct basic legal research and gather information relevant to ongoing cases, as assigned.
• Use legal case management systems and other digital tools to maintain records, track tasks, and support daily legal operations.
• Handle confidential client information and sensitive legal documents with professionalism and discretion.
• Provide general administrative and case management support to attorneys and legal teams.

Qualifications

• With a law degree: At least 3 years of relevant experience supporting U.S. law firms or handling U.S. legal matters.

• Without a law degree: At least 5 years of relevant experience as a Legal Virtual Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or in a similar legal support role.

• Hands-on experience supporting U.S. legal cases in at least one of the following practice areas:

  • Family Law
  • Bankruptcy Law
  • Immigration Law
  • Workers’ Compensation

• Familiarity with U.S. legal documentation, case management procedures, and legal terminology relevant to the candidate’s practice area.

• Experience managing legal files, preparing case-related documents, coordinating with clients, and tracking deadlines.

• Proficiency in legal case management software such as Clio, Filevine, MyCase, Litify, or similar platforms is an advantage.

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and follow-through.

• Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and work independently while following established legal processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working directly with U.S.-based attorneys or law firms.
• Experience supporting multiple cases or attorneys simultaneously.
• Familiarity with U.S. court procedures, legal filings, and case documentation within the candidate’s area of specialization.
• Experience with legal research, case summaries, document review, and client correspondence.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for candidates with substantial, hands-on exposure to U.S. law and legal case support, rather than candidates whose experience is limited to Philippine legal practice. Applicants should be comfortable working with U.S.-based legal teams, managing confidential case information, and supporting case workflows from initial documentation through ongoing case management.

Candidates do not need experience across all four practice areas. Relevant U.S. legal experience in at least one of the listed areas is required.

Application Instructions

Please submit your updated CV highlighting your U.S. legal support experience, practice areas handled, legal case management systems used, and relevant responsibilities.