US Legal Assistant

Discover your 100% YOU with MicroSourcing!

Position: US Legal Assistant

Location: Libis, Quezon City

Work setup & shift: Onsite | Night Shift (US hours)

Why join MicroSourcing?

You'll Have

• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, plus one or more dependents, paid time-off with cash conversion, group life insurance, and performance bonuses
• A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the balance between work and life that suits you with flexible work arrangements.
• Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Inclusive Teamwork: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.
  
  

Your Role

As a Legal Assistant, you will:

• Draft legal pleadings and other legal documents.
• Review court rules and apply them to assignments.
• Analyze and synthesize documents.
• Organize and maintain the litigation calendar.
• Scheduling of client meetings, hearings, and deadlines.
• Screens calls, takes messages and informs attorneys of urgent messages.
• Assemble, organize, prepare, proofread, and edit documents.
• Profile documents to document management system.
• Maintain confidentiality of client/attorney information.
• Any other duties as assigned.
  
  

What You Need

Non-negotiables

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm setting is required.
• Litigation Experience: The role requires multi-jurisdictional federal litigation experience, such as with USDC and USCA.
• Case Management: You must have strong knowledge of case management throughout all stages of litigation, including court rules, practices, and procedures.
• Technical Familiarity: You must be familiar with ECF/Pacer and be proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and other web-based applications.
• Core Skills: The role requires proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and filing legal documents; strong writing skills for drafting pleadings; and a working knowledge of the discovery process.
  
  

Preferred Skills/expertise

• Paralegal Certificate: A paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents. Familiar with ECF/Pacer.
• Strong writing skills, including the ability to draft pleadings and other legal documents.
• Working knowledge of the discovery process.
• Expert in analyzing and synthesizing information to build a case.
• Proficient at scheduling, docketing, and court e-filing.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Deadline and detail-oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and other web-based applications.
  
  

About MicroSourcing

With over 9,000 professionals across 13 delivery centers, MicroSourcing is the pioneer and largest offshore provider of managed services in the Philippines.

Our commitment to 100% YOU

MicroSourcing firmly believes that our company's strength lies in our people's diversity and talent. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces individuals of all races, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We provide space for everyone, embracing different perspectives, and making room for opportunities for each individual to thrive.

At MicroSourcing, equality is not merely a slogan - it's our commitment. Our way of life. Here, we don't just accept your unique authentic self - we celebrate it, valuing every individual's contribution to our collective success and growth. Join us in celebrating YOU and your 100%!

For more information, visit https://www.microsourcing.com/

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