Tenant Law Legal Assistant

About the role

Job Duck is looking for a highly organized Legal Assistant to support a busy tenant‑law practice. You will work remotely with a U.S.‑based team, helping to prepare cases, manage documents, and keep clients informed throughout the litigation process.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records in firm systems and databases.
• Schedule mediations, coordinate logistics, and manage case calendars.
• Draft discovery responses, legal correspondence, and client updates.
• Download, organize, and store documents in digital folders.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation, filings, and ongoing case management.
• Conduct legal research and support document review.

Required profile

• 2‑3 years of experience supporting attorneys, legal professionals, or law firms.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and stay productive in a remote environment.
• Comfort with prioritizing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Basic understanding of California legal procedures is a plus.

Required skills

• LawCus
• Airtable
• Dropbox
• Google Workspace
• Quo
• Willingness to use AI tools in daily workflows