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Legal Assistant/Criminal Law (Remote) Location: Katy, TX (Fully Remote) Pay: $18-$25/hour DOE Schedule: 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday Assignment Length: Indefinite Temporary Opportunity Start Date: ASAP Are you a highly organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being the go-to person who keeps everything running smoothly? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Our client, a boutique criminal defense law firm, is seeking a proactive and dependable Legal Administrative Assistant to support two busy attorneys in a fully remote role. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable legal experience while enjoying the flexibility of working from home. Why You'll Love This Opportunity: • 100% Remote ? Work from the comfort of your home while staying connected through Zoom and virtual collaboration. • Small, Close-Knit Team ? Join a supportive team of just three employees where your contributions are highly valued and visible. • Meaningful Work ? Play a critical role supporting attorneys who advocate for their clients every day. • Long-Term Potential ? Indefinite temporary assignment with the opportunity to build valuable legal and administrative experience. What You'll Do: • Serve as the first point of contact for clients by managing incoming phone calls, emails, and general inquiries with professionalism and empathy. • Schedule appointments, consultations, meetings, court dates, and deadlines while maintaining organized attorney calendars. • Prepare, organize, and maintain legal documents, correspondence, and client files within electronic systems. • Draft and distribute professional correspondence and other administrative communications. • Assist with electronic court filings and legal document management. • Participate in Zoom meetings with clients and attorneys as needed. • Take detailed notes during meetings and ensure accurate documentation. • Update and maintain information within the firm's case management system. What We're Looking For: • Prior experience in a legal administrative, legal assistant, executive assistant, or professional office support role. • Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently, stay focused, and manage priorities in a remote work environment. • A self-starter who is dependable, accountable, and takes ownership of their responsibilities. • Comfortable learning new technology and working within electronic document management systems. • Experience with legal case management software is preferred; experience with MyCase is a plus. • Professional, client-focused demeanor with a positive attitude. Requirements: • Reliable computer with camera and microphone for virtual meetings and phone system access. • Strong computer skills and proficiency with electronic file management. • Ability to pass a criminal background check. • Previous legal office experience is preferred but not required for candidates with strong administrative support experience. If you're looking for a flexible remote opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact and become an integral part of a growing legal practice, apply today! Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 137983 when responding to this ad.