V105C - Virtual Divorce and Family Law Case Assistant

Job description

For ambitious, culturally diverse, curious minds seeking booming careers, Job Duck unlocks and nurtures your potential. We connect you with rewarding, remote job opportunities with US-based employers who recognize and appreciate your skills, allowing you to not just survive but thrive. As a lifestyle company, we ensure that everybody working here has a fantastic time, which is why we’ve earned the Great Place to Work Certification every year since 2022! Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to support a busy family law practice through a combination of legal, administrative, client service, and billing responsibilities. In this role, you will play a key part in keeping cases organized, supporting attorneys throughout the legal process, and ensuring clients receive timely and professional communication. You will thrive if you enjoy managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy in fast paced environments, and building positive relationships with clients and legal professionals. This opportunity is ideal for a dependable, detail-oriented professional who takes ownership of their work and enjoys contributing to a collaborative remote team. • Monthly Compensation Range: $1,150 USD - $1,220 USD Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding balances. Prepare, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, discovery documents, correspondence, notices, and other legal documents. Support internal workflow improvements and administrative initiatives. Generate billing and operational reports as requested. Assist with new client onboarding and engagement agreement preparation. Monitor attorney time entries and assist with monthly billing reviews. Coordinate retainer replenishment requests and trust payment communications. Maintain strict confidentiality of all client, legal, and financial information. Prepare and organize filings through the Florida e Filing Portal. Maintain accurate electronic client files and case documentation within case management systems. Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third party vendors. Coordinate attorney calendars, consultations, hearings, mediations, and client meetings. Prepare attorney invoices for review and distribution. Process client payments and maintain accurate billing records. Requirements: Additional Job Description: • Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM EST Experience Requirements: ◦ 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary ◦ Family Law experience strongly preferred ◦ Experience with legal billing and accounts receivable preferred ◦ Experience supporting attorneys and legal teams in a remote environment preferred Software and Tools: ◦ PracticePanther ◦ Lawmatics ◦ LawPay ◦ NetDocuments ◦ Microsoft Office Suite ◦ Microsoft Teams ◦ Adobe Acrobat ◦ Outlook Additional Requirements: ◦ Strong written and verbal communication skills ◦ Ability to handle confidential legal and financial information ◦ Excellent organizational and time management skills ◦ Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy ◦ Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision Required Skills • Legal document preparation and formatting • Legal proofreading and quality control • Family Law case support • Electronic filing management • Calendar and schedule coordination • Client communication and customer service • Legal billing support • Accounts receivable management • Invoice preparation and review • Payment processing and recordkeeping • Case management software proficiency • Attention to detail • Time management • Professional written communication • Professional verbal communication • Confidentiality and discretion • Self motivation • Accountability • Problem solving • Team collaboration • Ability to work independently in a remote environment Work Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM [EST][EDT] (United States of America) Languages: English Ready to dive in? Apply now and make sure to follow all the instructions! Our application process involves multiple stages, and submitting your application is just the first step. Every candidate must successfully pass each stage to move forward in the process. Please keep an eye on your email and WhatsApp for the next steps. A recruiter will be assigned to guide you through the application process. Be sure to check your spam folder as well.