FedEx Remote Legal Assistant
Description
Remote Legal Assistant
Introduction to the Opportunity
Join a mission-driven legal support team from the comfort of your home. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Remote Legal Assistant to contribute to dynamic casework and legal administration. This role plays a crucial part in keeping legal processes on track, ensuring the accuracy of documents, and maintaining seamless attorney workflows. If you're passionate about legal research, documentation, and supporting legal teams, this is your chance to grow with a company that values professionalism, excellence, and long-term employee success.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Document Preparation
- Draft, proofread, and format legal documents including contracts, affidavits, and pleadings.
- Maintain consistency and compliance with procedural requirements and legal standards.
Case Management Support
- Organize and update case files, legal correspondence, and related records.
- Monitor case progress and flag critical deadlines and filings.
Communication & Coordination
- Liaise with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and third-party vendors to ensure timely and accurate communication.
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and assist with remote legal interviews or depositions.
Legal Research & Filing
- Conduct remote legal research using approved databases and summarize findings.
- Electronically file legal documents with courts, regulatory bodies, and internal systems.
Administrative Assistance
- Manage intake processes, maintain client databases, and track billable hours.
- Assist in organizing virtual legal workshops, presentations, and team meetings.
Tools & Technology
To succeed in this role, you will use a range of legal and collaboration tools:
- Legal case management software (e.g., Clio, MyCase)
- Document management systems (e.g., NetDocuments, iManage)
- Research databases (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw)
- Communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Teams)
- Cloud-based scheduling and project coordination tools
Your familiarity with or willingness to master these tools will play a vital role in supporting remote legal operations and ensuring workflow efficiency.
Remote Work Environment
Structured Yet Flexible
This is a fully remote role, designed to offer structure and support while encouraging self-direction. You will work closely with attorneys and paralegals across departments, contributing to meaningful legal initiatives from wherever you are.
Collaborative Culture
Expect ongoing mentorship, routine team syncs, and access to internal resources. We believe that a connected team delivers stronger results, no matter the distance.
Work-Life Balance
We understand the demands of legal careers and strive to provide flexible scheduling that helps you thrive both professionally and personally.
Qualifications
Educational Background
- Associate's degree or higher in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or a related field.
- Certification from an accredited legal assistant or paralegal program is a plus.
Experience & Skills
- At least 1 year of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in a remote or hybrid setting.
- Strong command of legal terminology and court procedures.
- Proficiency in managing legal files and case documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Keen attention to detail, discretion, and time management.
- Self-starter attitude with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Career Growth and Development
This position offers significant potential for long-term professional growth and development. You'll gain exposure to a variety of legal functions and expand your skills through:
- Ongoing legal education and online learning platforms
- Leadership shadowing opportunities
- Career pathways toward roles such as Paralegal, Legal Operations Coordinator, or Legal Project Manager
We aim to empower you to build a fulfilling legal support career that evolves in tandem with your goals.
How This Role Supports the Bigger Picture
As a Remote Legal Assistant, your contributions help legal teams maintain compliance, navigate complex cases, and uphold the organization's legal integrity. By enabling efficiency and precision behind the scenes, you become a key part of driving justice, transparency, and ethical outcomes.
This position is not just about documentation—it’s about being a dependable partner in critical legal processes that affect people, policies, and business decisions. Your work fuels momentum, supports due diligence, and ensures accountability in every legal matter handled.
Compensation
- Annual Salary: $48,215
- Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and legal education stipends.
- Remote equipment setup assistance is available upon onboarding
Call to Action
If you're ready to elevate your legal career while enjoying the flexibility of remote work, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. Bring your legal acumen, organizational talent, and desire to make a meaningful impact to a team that values every contribution.
Apply now to become a cornerstone of a high-performing legal support team, where your work helps shape outcomes, and your growth is always in motion.