Remote Paralegal Transcriptionist

Company: Naukri Mitra

Location: Remote

Salary: $80,000 annually

About Naukri Mitra:

Naukri Mitra is a distinguished recruitment firm committed to connecting talented professionals with exciting career opportunities that align with their skills, interests, and aspirations. We partner with top-tier organizations to help build high-performing teams and ensure our candidates find roles where they can make a meaningful contribution. We seek an experienced Paralegal Transcriptionist to join our client’s legal team. This role focuses on transcribing legal documents, assisting in legal research, and supporting attorneys daily while ensuring compliance with legal standards.

Job Overview:

The Paralegal Transcriptionist will be responsible for transcribing a wide range of legal documents, assisting with legal research, and providing administrative support to the legal team. The ideal candidate will have experience in legal transcription and paralegal work and a strong understanding of legal terminology and document formatting. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented, capable of working independently, and manage multiple tasks efficiently. This remote position offers the flexibility to work from home while collaborating with a dynamic and dedicated legal team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Transcription of Legal Documents:
   • Accurately transcribe audio recordings, handwritten notes, and dictations into legal documents, including briefs, affidavits, contracts, and court proceedings.
   • Ensure all transcriptions are formatted correctly according to legal standards, with proper headings, footers, and section organization.
2. Paralegal Support and Legal Research:
   • Assist attorneys in conducting legal research, compiling information, and summarizing findings relevant to specific cases or ongoing litigation.
   • Prepare case summaries, legal memoranda, and other legal documents based on research and analysis.
3. Document Review and Proofreading:
   • Review and proofread legal transcriptions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to legal requirements.
   • Identify and correct grammatical, formatting, and typographical errors in transcriptions and legal documents.
4. Collaboration with Legal Team:
   • I will work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and other legal team members to clarify content, ensure accuracy, and address questions regarding transcriptions or documents.
   • Support the legal team by managing communications and maintaining strong lines of collaboration between all stakeholders.
5. Compliance with Legal Standards:
   • Ensure all transcriptions comply with industry standards, legal requirements, and best practices.
   • Maintain an up-to-date understanding of relevant legal terminology, document formatting guidelines, and changes in legal practices.
6. Client Communication and Documentation Management:
   • Prepare and organize legal correspondence, including letters, memoranda, and emails, ensuring consistency and professionalism.
   • Manage and organize digital files, ensuring that all documents are securely stored, properly labeled, and easily accessible to authorized team members.
7. Time Management and Meeting Deadlines:
   • Manage multiple transcription and paralegal tasks simultaneously, prioritizing work based on urgency and importance to meet tight deadlines.
   • Communicate effectively with the legal team regarding the status of assignments and proactively address any potential delays.
8. Confidentiality and Data Security:
   • Handle all sensitive and confidential information with the utmost care and adhere to strict data security and confidentiality guidelines.
   • Ensure all client information is protected and managed according to ethical and legal standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A certificate in legal transcription or paralegal studies is preferred. An associate degree in paralegal studies or a related field is a plus.
• Experience: A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in legal transcription and paralegal support is required. Experience working in a legal office or supporting attorneys remotely is highly desirable.
• Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of legal terminology, transcription standards, legal research methods, and document formatting.
• Transcription and Editing Skills: Proven ability to accurately transcribe legal documents from audio recordings and handwritten notes. Proofreading solid skills with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy.
• Research Skills: Familiarity with legal research methods and databases, with the ability to compile and summarize information effectively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in transcription software, legal research tools, word processing software, and document management systems. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Confidentiality: Commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive legal information and adhering to all legal and ethical guidelines.

Why Join Us:

• Impactful Role: As a Paralegal Transcriptionist, you will support the legal team by providing accurate transcriptions, conducting research, and assisting in case preparation. Thus, you will contribute to the success of legal proceedings.
• Career Growth: Naukri Mitra is dedicated to supporting your professional development. We offer learning, growth, and skill enhancement opportunities to help you advance in your career.
• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely while collaborating with a dynamic and supportive legal team that values your contributions and expertise.
• Meaningful Contribution: Play an essential part in ensuring the smooth operation of legal activities by providing high-quality support that enhances the overall efficiency of the legal team.

About You:

You are an experienced transcriptionist and paralegal professional passionate about accuracy and precision. You enjoy conducting legal research and have a strong understanding of the requirements of legal documents. You thrive in a dynamic environment where you can support attorneys and legal professionals, ensuring that all tasks are completed with the utmost accuracy and attention to detail. You are comfortable working independently, managing multiple tasks, and maintaining high standards while meeting deadlines. You are committed to upholding confidentiality and are motivated by the opportunity to make a difference in the legal field.

Working with Naukri Mitra:

At Naukri Mitra, we believe in fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. We understand the value of bringing together people from different backgrounds, and we strive to create a supportive work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. By joining Naukri Mitra, you will become part of a community that values growth, creativity, and excellence. We strive to provide opportunities that help professionals excel in their careers and make meaningful contributions to the organizations they work for.

How to Apply:

We encourage experienced paralegal transcriptionists to apply if they want to make a difference in a growing organization. Join us in helping our clients succeed by providing high-quality transcription and paralegal support for their legal cases.