Overview
Litigation Paralegal – State/Fully Remote/ZR__JOB Jobs in Kentucky, USA at Alliance Virtual Solutions
Position: Litigation Paralegal – State of Kentucky (1099 / Fully Remote) (ZR_158_JOB)
Litigation Paralegal – State of Kentucky (1099 / Fully Remote) (_JOB)
This position is a virtual, contract 1099 position that is open to Paralegals in the United States only. Please do not apply if you are not living in the United States.
The ideal candidate will have experience in the areas of
1) Litigation. The law firm practices general civil litigation, trust/estate litigation, real estate litigation and corporate/business litigation. Experience in these areas is a huge plus, but expert level litigation and knowledge of the Kentucky court system is a must.
Candidates must have experience with Kentucky State Law and Procedure. Kentucky resident preferred but not required if proof of Kentucky-based experience can be shown. Must reside in the EST or CST Time Zone.
Candidates should be proficient in the drafting, collection and organization of documents, forms and information from various cases at the firm, meeting with and assisting clients via phone, Zoom or Google Meet, obtaining necessary records & reports, drafting pleadings and discovery, calendaring deadlines on a firm calendar, etc. Candidates should feel comfortable relaying messages between various groups and keeping all documents important to the cases organized in an online database.
The perfect candidates are proactive, detail-oriented, team players with the ability to work well independently and maintain a high level of attention to all details and timeliness of deadlines.
Must send a cover letter, resume and references to be considered.
Hours and Compensation
– Hours:
Up to 10 hours per week with a potential for more hours in the future.
– Compensation:
Compensation is $30 per hour. Payroll is bi-monthly and this is a 1099 contract position.
Responsibilities
Draft litigation documents, obtain documents and records from clients and state and local agencies, be familiar with all aspects of general civil litigation, including trust/estate litigation, real estate litigation, corporate/business litigation in the State of Kentucky.
Review and edit legal documents pertaining to general civil litigation, including trust/estate litigation, real estate litigation, corporate/business litigation in the State of Kentucky.
E-Filing.
Drafting, propounding and answering discovery.
Calendaring deadlines, scheduling of hearings, depositions, etc.
Meeting with clients via phone or zoom when necessary.
Create and maintain electronic case files.
Facilitate the meeting of attorney deadlines by keeping organized schedules and providing timely reminders.
Conduct legal research.
Communication with clients, attorneys, opposing counsels, judicial offices, etc.
Software
– The firm uses Clio / Elder Counsel / Business Counsel.
– Candidate must have their own Microsoft Office and Adobe programs.
Qualifications
Experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in the above listed areas for 5+ years.
Status must be a full-time freelancer; must not have prior commitments as a W2 employee.
Daytime availability, Monday – Friday in the time zone that the client operates.
Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certificate.
8 GB or more RAM, with strong preference for 16 GB; SSD preferred, especially if RAM is on the lower end preferred.
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Title: Litigation Paralegal – State/Fully Remote/ZR__JOB
Company: Alliance Virtual Solutions
Location: Kentucky, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary), Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary)
