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Paralegal

Pavago

RemoteSouth Africa
Posted
5 months ago
Source
Pavago (workable)
Field
Legal

Description

Paralegal (Litigation, Corporate & Legal Research) – Remote | U.S. Hours Position Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility for filings & deadlines) About the Role We’re hiring a Paralegal to provide hands-on legal support across litigation, corporate, and compliance matters. This is not an admin role — this is a substantive legal support position. You will be responsible for drafting documents, conducting legal research, and ensuring cases move forward accurately and on time. If you’re detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable working across multiple legal areas — this role is built for you. What You’ll Own Legal Drafting (Core Responsibility) - Draft and prepare: - Contracts - Pleadings - Motions - Discovery requests/responses - Corporate governance documents - Ensure all work is accurate and aligned with attorney guidance Legal Research & Analysis - Conduct research using: - Westlaw - LexisNexis - Analyze: - Case law - Statutes - Regulations - Deliver concise, actionable research memos Case Preparation & Litigation Support - Prepare: - Deposition summaries - Exhibits - Trial binders - Track: - Litigation calendars - Filing deadlines - Discovery timelines - Ensure nothing slips through the cracks Contract & Compliance Support - Review commercial agreements and summarize key terms - Flag legal risks for attorney review - Support: - Regulatory filings - Licensing - Compliance documentation (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX) Document & Case Management - Maintain organized legal files using: - Clio - Relativity - iManage - Ensure all records are: - Accurate - Secure - Audit-ready E-Discovery & Document Review - Support document review and production - Organize and manage discovery materials - Ensure compliance with discovery obligations Client & Attorney Support - Communicate with clients to collect documents and information - Provide case updates when required - Support attorneys with research, drafting, and case execution What Makes You a Strong Fit - You are a strong legal writer with attention to detail - You manage multiple cases without missing deadlines - You are proactive and resourceful - You can work independently with minimal supervision - You are comfortable across litigation, corporate, and compliance work Required Experience & Skills - Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate - 3+ years professional paralegal experience - Strong experience with: - Westlaw / LexisNexis - Hands-on drafting experience (litigation + corporate documents) - Experience with: - Clio / Relativity / iManage - Strong understanding of litigation processes and deadlines Nice to Have - Trial preparation experience - Corporate law exposure: - Entity formation - Board resolutions - Governance documentation - Experience with compliance frameworks: - GDPR - HIPAA - SOX - Advanced e-discovery/document review experience What a Typical Day Looks Like - Draft legal documents and filings - Conduct legal research and prepare memos - Track deadlines and manage case timelines - Prepare materials for hearings or trial - Review contracts and flag risks - Organize and maintain case files - Communicate with clients and attorneys In short: You are the execution backbone that allows attorneys to move faster and more effectively. Key Metrics (KPIs) - Zero missed deadlines (litigation/compliance) - Drafts requiring minimal revisions - Clean, organized, audit-ready case files - Research delivered on time and actionable - High reliability and attorney satisfaction Why This Role Stands Out - High ownership of substantive legal work - Exposure to multiple legal areas (litigation + corporate + compliance) - Work directly with attorneys and case strategy - Clear expectations and performance metrics - Opportunity to grow into senior legal roles Interview Process - Initial Phone Screen - Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter - Practical Task (drafting or legal research scenario) - Client Interview - Offer & Background Verification Apply Now If you: - Have strong legal drafting and research skills - Thrive in deadline-driven environments - Want to work on real legal matters (not admin work) This role is a strong fit.

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