Litigation Legal Assistant in Brazil at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant based in Brazil.

This is a fully remote opportunity supporting a fast-paced U.S. litigation team with day-to-day legal and administrative activities.
The role focuses on drafting pleadings, motions, proposed orders, correspondence, and other case-related documentation.
You will help maintain accurate case files, coordinate with courts and opposing counsel, and support newly filed matters.
The position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organization, and the ability to manage competing deadlines with accuracy.
You will work with established legal templates and workflows while developing practical knowledge of U.S. litigation procedures.
Clear communication, initiative, responsiveness to feedback, and a strong sense of ownership will be key to your success.
This is an excellent opportunity for a bilingual legal professional seeking long-term growth in a structured, collaborative remote environment.

• Support litigation teams with legal drafting, case documentation, administrative tasks, and day-to-day case management.
• Draft initial pleadings, motions to compel, proposed orders, judicial correspondence, cover letters, conferral emails, and other litigation documents using established templates.
• Prepare and maintain witness lists, exhibit lists, case records, contact information, and other supporting documentation.
• Set up new cases following the filing of lawsuits and review newly assigned matters to identify the appropriate judge based on case information.
• Communicate professionally with opposing counsel, judicial assistants, court personnel, and other relevant parties regarding case developments, questions, and administrative matters.
• Notify judicial offices of relevant case developments, including settlements, when appropriate.
• Maintain organized, accurate, and up-to-date case files, requests, communications, and follow-up records.
• Research and add judges and judicial assistants to the case management system as needed.
• Use legal and collaboration tools such as Clio, Dropbox, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and VoIP software to manage documentation, communication, and workflows.
• Monitor multiple litigation matters simultaneously, ensuring deadlines, follow-ups, and assigned tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with additional litigation and legal administrative responsibilities as required.

• Fluent or highly proficient in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Previous professional experience in a legal environment is required; litigation experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting U.S. litigation matters is a significant advantage.
• Previous experience drafting pleadings, motions, proposed orders, legal correspondence, or other litigation documents is preferred.
• Experience communicating with opposing counsel, courts, judges, or judicial assistants is preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal documentation, case organization, deadlines, and professional correspondence.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy across multiple cases and competing priorities.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to learn established templates, workflows, and U.S. litigation procedures quickly.
• Proactive, dependable, adaptable, and comfortable working in a structured, fast-paced environment.
• Formal paralegal certification or licensing is not required.
• Comfortable working with Clio, Dropbox, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and VoIP calling software.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM EST/EDT.

• Compensation of approximately USD $1,150–$1,220.
• 100% remote, home-based position.
• Full-time, long-term career opportunity.
• Paid time off.
• Performance or other potential bonuses.
• Parental leave.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Dedicated team support.
• Opportunity to work in a structured, collaborative international legal environment.
• Exposure to U.S. litigation procedures, workflows, and legal practices.
• Supportive environment focused on professional growth and alignment with client values.