Legal Compliance Assistant

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Legal Assistant supporting a fast-paced legal team with organization, compliance, and documentation. Ensuring accurate legal records and administrative support for attorneys and legal staff.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇧🇷 BrazilMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,150 - $1,220 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal document management, court filing procedures, and matter organization while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Proficient in utilizing legal technology and case management platforms to support attorneys and ensure compliance with internal standards.

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Legal Document ManagementCourt Filing ProceduresMatter OrganizationAttention to DetailStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal TerminologyDeadline TrackingDocument ManagementFile ManagementAudit ComplianceCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingStandard Operating Procedures

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAdaptabilityProfessional JudgmentAccountability

Tools & Technologies

ClioLegal Case Management SystemsAI Supported Tools

Industry Keywords

Legal AssistantLegal Administrative AssistantLaw FirmsMatter ManagementCourt Deadlines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling legal information.
Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.
Prepare and maintain reports identifying deadlines and action items due within the next 30 days.
Verify that court filed documents are saved within the firm's internal file systems.
Review court websites and compare court data with internal calendars to ensure deadlines and court appearances are accurately tracked.
Log and associate incoming emails and phone calls with the appropriate matter in Clio.
Verify that file names are accurate, consistent, and saved in the correct folders.
Help identify discrepancies, missing information, or process issues and recommend solutions.
Assist with additional executive or personal assistant related tasks when required.
Support matter management activities and maintain accurate legal records.
Update deadlines, court information, and matter details within the firm's database.
Audit case files to ensure information is complete, organized, and compliant with internal standards.
Utilize AI supported tools and documented procedures to determine proper document storage and naming conventions.
Organize and review case files weekly to ensure documents are properly stored according to firm procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience working as a Legal Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant, or similar legal support role.
Experience working with law firms or legal case management systems.
Familiarity with legal terminology, court deadlines, audits, and matter organization.
Experience handling document management and administrative support functions.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong organizational and file management skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately.
Fast learner with strong adaptability.
Experience with legal document organization and matter management.
Understanding of court filing procedures and deadline tracking.
Ability to work independently while seeking clarification when needed.
Professional judgment and accountability.
Comfortable handling occasional inbound and outbound calls.
Proficiency with legal technology and case management platforms.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary.
Paid Time Off.
Bonuses.
100% remote/home-based position.
Full-time, long-term career opportunities.
Parental Leave.
Professional development and training.
Dedicated team support.
Alignment with our clients' core values.