Legal Assistant - Hybrid in AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Legal Assistant (Hybrid / Virtual) – Join a Mission-Driven Legal Team!

• Location: Central Phoenix

• Pay: $18.50/hour (firm)

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Work Model: Initially 100% onsite for training; transitions to hybrid (1 day remote/week) once fully proficient.

• Employment Type: Contract (Potential to convert to FTE based on performance in the first 4–5 weeks).

Are you a highly organized professional looking to build a career in the legal field? Do you thrive in environments where your attention to detail directly impacts the lives of others?

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join a vital administrative team in Phoenix. This role is perfect for someone who is tech-savvy, enjoys deep-dive research, and wants the flexibility of working from home while still being part of a collaborative, professional environment.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Work-Life Balance: This is a primarily virtual position . You only need to be in-office four times a month on a set schedule.

• Professional Growth: You will work directly with Administrative Law Judges (ALJs), gaining unparalleled experience in legal research, case management, and judicial procedures.

• Meaningful Work: Your efforts ensure that hearings are fair, organized, and timely, helping resolve critical eligibility and licensing cases.

Your Impact

As a Legal Assistant, you are the engine that keeps the hearing process running smoothly. You won't just be filing papers; you’ll be analyzing complex case files and making "command decisions" to ensure legal deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Preparation: Review appeal requests and curate essential exhibit packets for multi-party hearings.

• Judicial Support: Assist Judges with legal research, interpret procedural requirements, and manage official case dispositions.

• Docket Management: Schedule hearings and manage "elevated" calls, providing top-tier customer service to parties involved.

• Digital Accuracy: Navigate multiple case management systems simultaneously to upload decisions and maintain confidential electronic records.

Who You Are

We are looking for a "critical thinker" who can spot an error from a mile away and isn't intimidated by complex, sometimes conflicting information.

• Tech Savvy: You are a pro with Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets) and Adobe Acrobat. You’re comfortable learning proprietary case management software.

• Detail-Oriented: You take pride in high-speed, high-accuracy work. You understand that in the legal world, missing a deadline isn't an option.

• Strong Communicator: You can explain complex procedures clearly to people from all walks of life, whether in writing or over the phone.

• Adaptable: You work well with minimal supervision and can pivot between different types of legal programs and priorities seamlessly.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in English (Reading, Writing, and Speaking).

• Experience in customer service or office administration.

• Schooling or experience in the legal field.

• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential data with total discretion.

• Availability to commute to the Phoenix office four days per month.

Ready to start your legal career with a team that values your input? Apply today!