Legal Assistant

About Asiacruit

Asiacruit is a global talent acquisition partner connecting businesses with qualified professionals across industries and markets. We help organizations identify talent who can contribute to their business growth and long-term success.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to a U.S.-based legal team. This role helps keep matters organized and moving forward by managing documents, coordinating communications, maintaining records, and supporting attorneys with day-to-day case and office needs.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates professionally, handles confidential information with care, and can manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Familiarity with U.S. legal procedures and legal practice management tools is an advantage.

What You'll Do

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and other members of the legal team.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and organize legal documents, correspondence, and case materials.
• Maintain and update electronic and physical case files, calendars, and document records.
• Track deadlines, hearings, appointments, and follow-up tasks; communicate scheduling updates as needed.
• Assist with filing and service of legal documents in accordance with applicable procedures and instructions.
• Coordinate communications with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other relevant parties, as authorized.
• Support intake processes by collecting information and organizing client documentation.
• Conduct basic legal and factual research under attorney direction.
• Monitor incoming correspondence and route messages and documents to the appropriate team members.
• Handle sensitive client and case information in accordance with confidentiality requirements.
• Assist with additional administrative tasks and workflow improvements as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, paralegal, or in a related administrative role is preferred.
• Familiarity with U.S. legal terminology, court procedures, and legal document formatting is an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail, particularly when handling documents and deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple matters with appropriate guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Comfort working with electronic document systems, case management software, and online research tools.
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Reliable, collaborative, and able to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Legal studies, paralegal studies, or a related educational background is preferred.

Why Join?

• Support a legal team and contribute to the effective management of client matters.
• Gain exposure to U.S. legal processes, documentation, and administrative workflows.
• Develop professional skills in a collaborative and client-focused environment.
• Take on varied responsibilities that support the daily operations of a legal practice.