Legal Virtual Assistant

Your legal operations partner who handles the research, documentation, and case prep work so you can focus on strategy, client service, and winning cases.

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$4,500 - $7,500/ month

Average US Local Hire Salaray

$2,900 - $3,400/month

Coconut-managed Talent (Full-time)

55%

Cost savings

$1,250 - $2,500/month

Coconut Direct Hire Talent (Full-time)

$3,500 one-time placement fee*

67%

Cost savings

Compare hiring cost

See how Coconut helps you access premium talent without premium overhead.

$4,000 - $6,500/ month

Average US Local Hire Salary

$2,900 - $3,400/month

Coconut Managed Talent (Full-time)

48%

Cost savings

$1,250 - $2,500/month

Coconut Direct Hire Talent (Full-time)

$3,500 one-time placement fee*

62%

Cost savings

Why Hire For This Role?

1. Delegate

Delegate legal admin to a skilled professional.

2. Keep documents organized

Keep documents organized and deadlines met.

3. Focus on clients

Focus on clients, not paperwork.

Keep documents organized and deadlines met.

Focus on clients, not paperwork.

Delegate legal admin to a skilled professional.

Why Hire For This Role?

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Legal Virtual Assistant Job Description

Dial in your hiring needs with a job description that sets expectations, clarifies priorities, and attracts premium Legal Virtual Assistant talent.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
Conduct case research and compile evidence or reference materials.
Manage client intake forms, case files, and document storage systems.
Maintain calendars for hearings, filings, and client appointments.
Prepare and organize exhibits, affidavits, and discovery materials.
Handle email and phone correspondence with clients, courts, and vendors.
Assist with billing, time tracking, and invoice preparation.
Ensure confidentiality, compliance, and data protection across all workflows.

Industry-Specific Variations:

Law Firms: Supports litigation, contract, or immigration practices through document prep and scheduling.
Corporate Legal Departments: Manages internal compliance and contract administration.
Real Estate: Drafts lease agreements, closing documents, and transaction summaries.
Startups / SMEs: Prepares NDAs, service agreements, and employment contracts.

Ideal Candidate Profile

2–4 years of experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or legal admin in private or corporate settings.
Familiar with Clio, MyCase, Smokeball, or PracticePanther.
Strong understanding of legal terminology, research methods, and document management.
Excellent written communication, organization, and discretion with sensitive information.
Adaptable and dependable, especially when supporting multiple attorneys or clients remotely.