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Family Law Legal Operations Assistant
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Job description
About the role
We are looking for a proactive Legal Operations Assistant to support a busy family law practice. The role is fully remote and involves managing client intake, lead tracking, case administration, and preparing legal documents using established templates.
Key responsibilities
- Provide status updates to clients and answer calls via Google Voice.
- Electronically file uncontested pleadings through Odyssey File & Serve.
- Draft pleadings and other legal documents using approved templates.
- Maintain lead tracking spreadsheets and update records in Lawcus CRM.
- Follow up with post‑consultation leads, send retainer agreements, and obtain client signatures via Dropbox Sign.
- Enter and verify client, opposing party, and counsel information accurately.
- Ensure smooth case flow and onboarding once a lead becomes a client.
Required profile
- Minimum 1 year experience as a legal assistant or a related legal support role.
- Bachelor’s degree in legal studies or equivalent experience.
- Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
Required skills
- Odyssey File & Serve
- Lawcus (CRM and workflow platform)
- Google Voice
- Dropbox Sign
What we offer
- Remote work with a US‑based employer.
- Opportunity to grow within a culturally diverse, fast‑paced legal environment.
- Great Place to Work certification for four consecutive years.
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