Mid-Level Paralegal

About the role

Our client, a well‑established American law firm, is seeking a Mid‑Level Paralegal to join a close‑knit, fully remote team. You will work directly with the firm’s CEO and attorneys, managing personal litigation cases and helping to improve internal legal processes.

Key responsibilities

• Manage personal litigation cases throughout their lifecycle.
• Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and court filings.
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third parties.
• Conduct legal research and gather supporting documentation.
• Monitor litigation deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements.
• Prepare case summaries, discovery documents, and other litigation materials.
• Schedule meetings, depositions, mediations, hearings, and client consultations.
• Communicate professionally with clients, providing updates and requesting information.
• Collaborate with the CEO to improve legal operations, case workflows, and administrative processes.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably supporting US‑based law firms.
• Strong experience managing personal litigation matters and a solid understanding of the US litigation process.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong time‑management and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple active cases and work independently in a remote environment.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Legal case management software

What we offer

• Full‑time remote position with a competitive salary of R25,000 per month.
• Opportunity to work directly with senior leadership and influence firm‑wide processes.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where initiative is valued.