Senior Paralegal

Remote Employee

  • San Fernando City, Pampanga
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
  • Apply easily
Remote Employee BPO has an outstanding opportunity for you!Role: Senior Paralegal (Litigation Experience | US-based)Compensation: Competitive Basic SalaryBenefits: HMO plus 2 Free Dependents, P1,500 Rice Allowance, and Night DifferentialWork Schedule: 5-day work week, 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Philippine TimeWork Setup: Work from HomeJob Duties and Responsibilities:Legal Support & Document Preparation
  • Draft simple motions (e.g., Motion for Extension, Motion to Vacate), discovery requests, and related filings.
  • Prepare proposed Orders for Federal and Circuit courts on behalf of attorneys.
  • Edit, format, and finalize motions, briefs, and pleadings for filing.
  • Convert and edit legal documents from PDF to Word as needed.
  • Prepare and file Mechanics Liens, Release of Liens, Release of Mortgages, and Annual Reports with the Illinois Secretary of State.
  • Record and research documents with the Recorder of Deeds.
  • Prepare and manage documents for real estate closings, including closing statements, My-Dec forms, and water bill retrieval.
Court Filing & Case Management
  • Docket all ECFs and Circuit Court Orders.
  • File all pleadings, appearances, and forms with the appropriate courts (Federal and Circuit).
  • Order court reporters and manage deposition scheduling.
  • Input case data into Best Case to assist in bankruptcy filings.
  • Upload and manage client documents through Chapter 7/11 Trustee portals.
Client Communication
  • Act as liaison between attorneys and clients via phone and email.
  • Provide clients with copies of orders, pleadings, and important case updates.
  • Respond to client billing inquiries and send payment reminders.
Administrative & Billing Support
  • Answer incoming phone calls for the firm.
  • Enter attorney time and case activity into PCLaw.
  • Manage monthly credit card expense entries and reconcile bank statements.
  • Generate legal billing and breakdowns for clients.
  • Assist with data entry and submission of 401(k) and Cash Balance Plan documents to the Newport Group and IRS.
Document Production & Discovery Support
  • Assemble and organize document productions (e.g., Catalogues of Documents, Dropbox links).
  • Respond to Citation and Subpoena Riders as part of the discovery process.
Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role (bankruptcy, litigation, and real estate experience)
  • Must have an experience in litigation
  • Strong understanding of legal procedures, court filing systems, and document formatting
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat
  • Familiarity with legal software such as Best Case and PCLaw preferred
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines
  • HMO plus 2 Free Dependents
  • P1,500 Rice Allowance
  • Night Differential
  • Government-Mandated Benefits — SSS, PagIBIG, PhilHealth, TIN
  • Equipment Provided (Desktop Computer)
  • Company Events
  • SIL

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