Criminal Defense Paralegal (US Law)

Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina; fully remote, preferred location Latin America. Working hours: 9 am–5 pm EST.

Salary: USD 1,200–1,600 per month

Company

Support a US-based criminal defense law firm focused on professional, responsive, and client-centered legal representation.

What you will do

• Prepare background legal materials, draft basic legal documents, and compile case files.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, court appearances, and related 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 upcoming proceedings.
• Maintain accurate case management records, client files, and calendars.
• Communicate professionally with internal legal teams and court personnel.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice to have

• Criminal law experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement.
• US federal holidays.
• Structured environment focused on precision, responsiveness, and care in complex legal matters.

Hiring process

• Applications are typically answered within three days.