Legal VA (Family & Estate Laws)

Position Title: Legal Virtual Assistant

Location: Remote

Type of Employment: Full-time

Salary Range: TBA

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Legal Virtual Assistant to join our team and assist with various legal tasks. Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and qualification specializing in Family Law (property settlement & parenting), Estate Planning (Wills, Power of Attorney & Enduring Guardianship)/Letters Administration, Conveyancing (Sale & Transmission), Financial Agreements, and Estate Disputes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Family Law:

• Assist in the preparation and filing of documents related to property settlements and parenting arrangements.
• Draft correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases.

2. Estate Planning:

• Prepare and review Wills, Power of Attorney, and Enduring Guardianship documents.
• Assist in the administration of estates and preparation of Letters of Administration.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and provide updates on case progress.

3. Conveyancing:

• Manage the conveyancing process for property sales and transmissions.
• Prepare and review contracts, settlement statements, and other relevant documents.
• Liaise with clients, real estate agents, and other parties involved in property transactions.

4.  Financial Agreements:

• Draft and review financial agreements, including prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and provide advice on agreement terms

5. Estate Disputes/Probate:

• Assist in the preparation of documents related to estate disputes and probate matters.
• Conduct research and gather evidence for disputes.
• Prepare court documents and assist with filing and serving documents.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or similar role in a law firm or legal
• department.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and document formats.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information and client matters.
• Proficiency in using legal research tools.
• Strong analytical skills

Benefits:

• Permanent Work from home
• Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture
• Real responsibilities and challenges in a fast-evolving company
• 14 days annual leave credits