Criminal Defense Paralegal

Location: Lima, Peru; fully remote; preferred location: Latin America. Working hours: 9 am–5 pm EST.

Salary: $1,200–$1,600 per month.

Company

hirify.global connects professionals with agencies and startups, including a US-based criminal defense law firm focused on client-centered legal representation.

What you will do

• Prepare background legal work, draft basic legal documents, and compile case files.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, court appearances, and schedules with opposing counsel, judicial officers, and court staff.
• Track court dockets, filing deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Organize, review, and redact legal documents and evidence for proceedings.
• Maintain accurate case management records, client files, and calendars.
• Communicate professionally with legal teams and court personnel.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as a Paralegal, preferably supporting US criminal law.
• Required experience with court scheduling, deposition coordination, and docket management.
• Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills required.
• Deep understanding of US legal procedures, terminology, and court rules.
• Strong organization, discretion, emotional intelligence, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Experience with Filevine, Clio, or similar legal case management systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote position.
• Working hours aligned with 9 am–5 pm EST.
• US federal holidays observed.
• Full-time employment.