Legal Assistant – Support US & UK Legal Teams

About the role

We are looking for a meticulous Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to our team handling US and UK matters. The role involves drafting documents, managing case files, conducting legal research and acting as a liaison between attorneys, clients and courts.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, format and proofread motions, contracts, pleadings and correspondence.
• Organise and maintain physical and electronic case files, ensuring accurate archiving.
• Conduct legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw or PACER.
• Serve as a point of contact between attorneys, clients, opposing counsel and court personnel.
• Manage legal calendars, schedule depositions, hearings and meetings.
• File documents with courts and government agencies in compliance with legal standards.
• Handle telephone calls, email correspondence and billing tasks.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years of experience as a legal assistant, paralegal or secretary in US or UK law.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a Paralegal Certification.
• Exceptional organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Reliable high‑speed internet connection and uninterrupted power supply.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Legal management software.
• LexisNexis.
• Westlaw.
• PACER.