United Firm
Criminal Defense Remote Paralegal
Job Summary
The role involves supporting criminal defense legal operations through research, document preparation, and case management. The ideal candidate has at least two years of criminal defense experience and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Key responsibilities include managing court activities, processing legal documents, and communicating with clients. Experience with case management software and knowledge of legal procedures within criminal defense are essential.
Required Skills
Job Description
At The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, our expert legal team is a driving force behind our continued success. We’re in search of an experienced Criminal Defense Virtual Paralegal to join this team and help maintain the standard of excellence for which we’re known. The Criminal Defense Virtual Paralegal/ Legal Assistant will have an immediate effect on our operations, guiding us toward positive outcomes with comprehensive legal research, document creation, and database maintenance. You and your team will work in collaboration to ensure that criminal matters within the department are moving along. As the Criminal Defense Virtual Assistant, you will have a working knowledge of current legislative and regulatory guidelines, and experience in Criminal Defense. The United Firm | La Liga Defensora is proud to offer comprehensive, specialized services, which start with our own attention to the letter of the law.
Responsibilities
- Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly
- Process criminal cases for trial preparation including legal documents, data entry, and correspondence.
- Complete a daily court calendar, obtain jury panels, and issue discovery to defense attorneys.
- Prepare subpoenas and cancel subpoenas when trials are completed, dismissed, or continued.
- Enter revocation petitions and prepare files for court.
- Request criminal history documentation including national, state, and local criminal histories, booking photos, arrest records, juvenile criminal histories, and Bureau of Motor Vehicle records.
- Perform a variety of office-related activities to support Department functions including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities that involve dealing directly with the public regarding criminal complaints.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of Criminal Defense experience required.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
- Paralegal or legal experience.
- Experience with Case Management Software
- Based in LATAM
Send resume in English.
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.
United Firm
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, AP.C. is a dynamic, nationwide law firm dedicated to achieving outstanding results for its clients across multiple practice areas, including Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Immigration Law, Criminal Defense, and Civil Rights. With a highly skilled team of attorneys and a commitment to advocacy. Driven by a mission to secure justice and protect rights, the firm consistently delivers results that make a meaningful impact.
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