MedVA is searching for a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide essential support to attorneys and legal professionals, helping to manage legal operations and ensuring compliance with applicable laws. Your contributions will be vital in preparing legal documents, conducting research, and facilitating communication between clients and attorneys.
As a Legal Assistant/Paralegal at MedVA, you will have the opportunity to work remotely while assisting law firms and legal departments across the United States. Your expertise will help streamline legal processes, increase efficiency, and enhance client service.
We value a collaborative work environment and aim to enhance our team's skills through ongoing training and professional development. If you are a motivated and organized individual with a passion for the legal field, we encourage you to apply and be part of our team.
Responsibilities
- Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and discovery materials
- Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy
- Manage and organize case files, ensuring all documents are filed and maintained correctly
- Coordinate communication between clients, attorneys, and external parties
- Prepare summaries of depositions, interrogatories, and other legal documents
- Monitor case deadlines and ensure timely filings with the court
- Assist with trial preparation and other legal proceedings as required
- Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field, or relevant experience in a legal setting
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal preferred
- Proficient knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and legal research practices
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in using legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Competitive Hourly rate
- As an Independent Contractor, we offer competitive market rates
- MedVA In house Medical benefit (*after 6 months tenure)
- Health is wealth. We do not just care about your financial, but also your physical well-being.
- Quality Training
- MedVA provides continuous learning at ZERO cost. We take great pride in the quality of our training program and believe that the best way to learn is to gain knowledge from the experts themselves.
- Permanent work from home set up
- Enjoy earning dollars from the comfort of your home without ever having to leave your family! Say farewell to stressful commutes and lower your risk of exposure to illness.
