Posted 2mo ago

Litigation Assistant - Guatemala

@ Rausch Sturm
Guatemala, Guatemala, Guatemala
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:update files, handle calls, prepare folders
Requirements Summary:High school diploma required; some college or paralegal studies preferred; 1-3 years experience; familiarity with legal terminology; MS Office proficiency.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Office
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Job Description

Reporting to the Office Manager or Designee, the Legal Assistant I is responsible for working within the stream of legal operations which can include prejudgment remedies, judgements, post judgement remedies, and/or logistics process work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Updates electronic files.
  • Handles phone calls, on occasion, from Court System.
  • Assists with preparation of trial/hearing folders.
  • Assists with preparation of pleadings and correspondence.
  • Processes mail daily and ensures all information received is updated properly in the collection software system.
  • Scans, copies, prints, and redacts legal documents.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Being results driven and customer focused are requirements of the position.
  • Having the ability to successfully prioritize and manage multiple work assignments.
  • Strong attention to detail while producing high-quality work result is critical.
  • Regular attendance in the office is required as an essential function of the position.

Education and Experience:

  • Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent) with a preference for some college education and/or paralegal studies. 
  • Prefer one to three years of experience and a familiarity with legal terminology; however, will provide on the job training. 
  • Experience in the Microsoft Suite of products is required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Work Environment:

The position is primarily an office-based position.

Work Location: 

On site