Legal Research And Administrative Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and highly motivated Junior Legal Research & Administrative Assistant. This remote role is designed for a sharp recent graduate or an individual with a foundational legal background who wants to gain hands-on experience in U.S. litigation workflows.

Job Highlights

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM Eastern Time with a 1-hour unpaid break. 40 hours per week

Work Arrangement: Work from home

Contract: Independent Contractor

Responsibilities

1. Legal Research & Case Analysis (80%)

• Conduct deep-dive legal research utilizing databases like Lexis to support active and historical U.S. litigation cases.
• Analyze complex case studies, summarize past rulings, and extract key legal precedents and insights.
• Assist in drafting research memos, case summaries, and organizing legal brief components for review.
• Continuously learn from past cases to build a strong foundational understanding of specific U.S. litigation strategies.

2. Administrative & Coordination Support (20%)

• Manage executive email correspondence, ensuring urgent matters are flagged, organized, and addressed.
• Coordinate and book travel reservations, accommodations, and detailed itineraries.
• Assist with team coordination, scheduling meetings across time zones, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Maintain highly organized digital client files and documentation using the Microsoft Office suite

Requirements

• Recent graduate with an educational background in Law, Political Science, Legal Studies, or a highly analytical field.
• Prior experience working as a remote paralegal, administrative assistant, or researcher directly for U.S. lawyers/law firms.(Note: A practicing U.S. law license is not required; a strong aptitude for research is the priority.)
• Fluent in written and spoken English with a clear, professional accent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with Lexis is preferred, but comprehensive training will be provided for the right candidate.

Independent Contractor Perks

HMO Coverage for eligible locations

Permanent work from home

Immediate hiring

Steady freelance job

Side Note

This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review