Admitted South African Attorney – Remote US Paralegal Role

About the role

Our client, an established American boutique law firm, is expanding its international team. They are looking for an admitted South African attorney with 1‑2 years of post‑articles experience to work remotely as a US Paralegal, supporting US litigators on a variety of civil matters.

Key responsibilities

• Assist US attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle, from intake to resolution.
• Draft, review, and prepare pleadings, motions, correspondence, and court filings.
• Conduct legal research and gather supporting documentation for active cases.
• Maintain and organise case files, ensuring all documents are up‑to‑date.
• Track litigation deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements.
• Prepare case summaries, discovery materials, and other litigation support documents.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third parties as needed.
• Coordinate meetings, hearings, depositions, mediations, and client consultations.
• Review evidence and assist senior attorneys with case preparation.
• Contribute to improving legal workflows and administrative processes.

Required profile

• Admitted attorney in South Africa.
• 1–2 years of post‑articles legal experience, preferably with litigation exposure.
• Strong legal drafting, research, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑motivated and comfortable working independently in a fully remote setting.
• Genuine interest in learning the US legal system and building an international career.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

What we offer

• Competitive monthly salary of R25,000.
• Full‑time remote work with a collaborative, supportive team.
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience with the US legal system.
• Professional development and long‑term career growth in an international context.