Summary

The Legal Assistant supports attorneys, paralegals, and clients throughout litigation by managing scheduling, calendaring, service of court documents, and case documentation with accuracy, professionalism, and strict attention to deadlines. This role ensures cases progress efficiently and remains well-organized.

Duties and Responsibilities

Calendaring & Scheduling

· Schedule hearings, depositions, and mediations.

· Update the litigation calendar with court dates, filing deadlines, and other critical dates.

· Add important dates based on incoming emails and e-filings.

Service of Court Documents

· Send complaints & issued summonses to process servers.

· Conduct weekly follow-ups to ensure successful service of process.

· Request and review background checks for Defendants.

· Escalate urgent service issues directly to the handling paralegal.

Team Collaboration

· Provide support to other paralegals with overflow work as needed.

Metrics for Success

·Documentation Accuracy: 98%+ accuracy in case file organization and client communication entries.

· Scheduling Cycle Time: Average of 2–3 business days to coordinate, confirm, and log dates for hearings, depositions, and mediations across all parties.





· Process Server Follow-Up Compliance: 95%+ adherence to conducting weekly follow-ups on all open service files until proof of service is secured.

Supervisory Responsibilities

· None.

Qualifications

· Proven experience as a legal assistant, preferably in litigation.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

· Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

· Proficiency in case management software and calendaring systems.

· Strong computer skills including:

o Case management software

o Calendaring systems

o Email platforms

· Bilingual – Spanish/English highly preferred.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to remain seated for extended periods for drafting, reviewing, and filing documents.

· Regular use of hands for document preparation, filing, and computer work.

· Clear verbal communication between client, attorney, paralegal, etc.

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 3 months

Experience:

- Personal Injury : 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

- English (Required)
- Spanish (Required)

Work Location: Remote

📌 Legal Assistant (Colombia)
🏢 Uriarte Law, PA
📍 Colombia