Job Description

Litigation Paralegal

Remote South Africa-Based Candidates Preferred Full-Time

Work with a U.S.-based litigation team in a high-impact legal support role

We are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to support a U.S.-based legal team with litigation matters case preparation legal drafting and document management.

This role is ideal for a South Africa-based attorney or legal professional who is comfortable working in a paralegal capacity and has strong litigation experience excellent writing skills and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

About the Firm

Our firm is a client-focused legal practice dedicated to providing high-quality representation across litigation matters. We value accuracy professionalism strong communication and reliable support throughout every stage of a case.

Position Overview

The Litigation Paralegal will work closely with attorneys to support active cases prepare legal documents organize discovery assist with court filings and help ensure deadlines are met. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented proactive highly organized and capable of working independently in a remote setting.

Compensation & Schedule:

• $1500$2000/month based on experience
• Full-time position
• 40 hours per week
• Schedule aligned with U.S. business hours to be discussed

• Draft and manage discovery responses and legal documents
• Review and analyze documents for depositions hearings and trial preparation
• Prepare pleadings motions briefs and related litigation documents
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation including exhibits and case materials
• Conduct legal research and case-specific analysis
• Maintain organized case files and track litigation deadlines
• Communicate professionally with attorneys staff and external parties
• Provide administrative and document management support as needed

• South Africa-based attorney or legal professional strongly preferred
• Litigation experience required
• Strong legal drafting and document review skills
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Close attention to detail and strong organizational ability
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently
• Comfortable working remotely with a U.S.-based legal team
• Experience with U.S. litigation federal court filings or discovery is a plus

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to work directly with a U.S.-based litigation team in a meaningful legal support role. You will contribute to case preparation drafting research and litigation workflows while gaining valuable exposure to U.S. legal processes.

This position is remote in South Africa.

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