V105 - Criminal Appeals Legal Assistant

For ambitious, culturally diverse, curious minds seeking booming careers, Job Duck unlocks and nurtures your potential. We connect you with rewarding, remote job opportunities with US-based employers who recognize and appreciate your skills, allowing you to not just survive but thrive. As a lifestyle company, we ensure that everybody working here has a fantastic time, which is why we’ve earned the Great Place to Work Certification every year since 2022! Job Description: At Job Duck , we connect talented professionals with opportunities that make a meaningful impact. We are seeking a Criminal Appeals Legal Assistant to support a criminal appeals law practice by helping manage case workflows, preparing legal documentation, and ensuring important deadlines and filings are handled accurately. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive in keeping cases moving forward. The successful candidate will work closely with legal staff, communicate with clients and their families, and play a key role in maintaining smooth day-to-day operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoy providing critical administrative and legal support, we encourage you to apply. • Monthly Compensation Range: From 1,142 to 1,220 USD Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Maintain accurate records and case documentation Track case progress and help ensure deadlines are met Assist the Office Manager and Paralegal with daily legal operations Help monitor active cases and follow up on pending items Organize legal files and correspondence Coordinate with internal team members to support ongoing legal matters Prepare summaries and status reports for cases and clients Communicate with inmates' family members regarding case updates and information File final documents and representation agreements through court systems Produce legal documents using established templates Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience working as a legal assistant or in a law firm
• Strong experience filing legal documents through court systems
• Legal document preparation experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
• Professional client service approach
• Case tracking and follow up skills
• Ability to work independently
• Proactive mindset
• Time management skills
• Clio experience preferred
• Clear and professional speaking voice
• Location and timezone: Remote, Eastern Standard Time (EST)
• Working Hours : Monday to Friday
• Expected call volume: Light (1-5 calls per day)

• Software and Tools Required:

• CRM: Clio Grow, Clio Manage, Cadence Consult
• VOIP: RingCentral
• Email/Calendar: Google Workspace, Law Pay

Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM [EST][EDT] (United States of America) Languages: English, Spanish Ready to dive in? Apply now and make sure to follow all the instructions! Our application process involves multiple stages, and submitting your application is just the first step. Every candidate must successfully pass each stage to move forward in the process. Please keep an eye on your email and WhatsApp for the next steps. A recruiter will be assigned to guide you through the application process. Be sure to check your spam folder as well. Job Duck