Criminal Defense Paralegal

TL;DR

Criminal Defense Paralegal (Criminal Law): Providing high-level legal and administrative support for criminal defense cases with an accent on client interviews, legal research, document drafting, and court filing support. Focus on preparing trial materials, supporting plea negotiations, managing case records, and meeting strict filing deadlines.

Location: Permanent work from home with a Monday–Friday schedule aligned to 8:30 AM–5:30 PM EST; the role is listed in McDonough, Georgia, United States.

Company

hirify.global provides remote staffing and outsourcing services, connecting professionals with client companies.

What you will do

• Conduct client interviews and gather information for criminal defense case files.
• Perform legal research and draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and plea agreements.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, court personnel, attorneys, and other case participants.
• Support trial preparation by organizing exhibits, case materials, and witness lists.
• Maintain accurate case records, track deadlines, and support timely court filings.
• Provide administrative and case management support as assigned.

Requirements

• Professional experience as a criminal defense paralegal.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, criminal defense procedures, and court processes.
• Ability to conduct legal research and draft legal documents accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.

Nice to have

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or a related field.
• Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills.
• Professionalism, discretion, compassion, and a client-focused approach.
• Ability to remain calm and organized in a deadline-driven environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent work-from-home arrangement.
• Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• One-hour unpaid break during the daily schedule.
• Independent contractor arrangement.
• Health insurance coverage is available for eligible locations.

Hiring process

• Complete application assessment questions, a technical check, and a voice recording.
• Hourly pay is established based on performance during the application process.
• Applications meeting all requirements receive priority review.