Legal Assistant

A legal assistant, also known as a paralegal, plays a crucial role in supporting lawyers and legal professionals in their work. Here's a general overview of a legal assistant job description:
**Job Title: Legal Assistant**

**Job Summary**:
The legal assistant provides administrative and clerical support to lawyers and other legal professionals within a law firm, corporate legal department, government agency, or other legal settings. They assist with various tasks related to legal research, document preparation, case management, and client communication.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Legal Research**: Conducting legal research using online databases, libraries, and other resources to gather information relevant to cases, laws, regulations, and legal precedent.
- **Document Preparation**: Drafting and editing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, agreements, and other legal correspondence.
- **Case Management**: Assisting lawyers in organizing case files, maintaining case calendars, scheduling meetings, and managing deadlines.
- **Client Communication**: Communicating with clients, witnesses, and other parties to gather information, provide updates on case progress, and relay messages between clients and attorneys.
- **Court Filings**: Assisting with the preparation and filing of legal documents with courts, government agencies, and other relevant entities, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements and deadlines.
- **Administrative Support**: Providing general administrative support, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, managing mail, and maintaining office supplies.
- **Legal Database Management**: Inputting, organizing, and maintaining legal documents and case-related information in electronic databases and filing systems.
- **Assistance in Trial Preparation**: Assisting attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings by organizing exhibits, coordinating witness interviews, and preparing trial binders.
- **Compliance Assistance**: Assisting in the review of contracts, agreements, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- **Continuing Education**: Staying updated on changes in laws, regulations, and legal procedures through professional development activities such as attending seminars, workshops, and continuing education courses.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field preferred.
- Certification as a paralegal may be preferred or required by some employers.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in legal research methods and using legal research tools.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Discretion and respect for client confidentiality.

**Experience**:

- Prior experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal in LPO or with the U.S clients preferred.
- Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and documents.
- Experience with legal research databases such as LexisNexis or Westlaw is a plus.

**Working Conditions**:

- Typically works in an office environment within a law firm, corporate legal department, government agency, or other legal settings.
- May require occasional overtime to meet deadlines or accommodate client needs.
- May involve occasional travel for court appearances, client meetings, or other legal proceedings.
- **WORK FROM OFFICE ONLY **_
- **NIGHT SHIFT 9PM-6AM **_
- **PHONE NO. 8439421717**_

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Night shift

Supplemental Pay:

- Yearly bonus

Application Question(s):

- Are you open for Night shift (9 PM to 6 AM)?
- Will you commute to the Noida Sector 63 Location by your own?
- How many years of experience do you have in U.S Laws?
- Did you ever work with LPO companies, if yes then what is the duration?
- In which legal domain you have worked, mentioned the names?

Work Location: In person