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Legal Executive Assistant

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listing for: Cherry Assistant LLC
Full Time, Part Time, Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
  • Administrative/Clerical
    Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Data Entry
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 7000 - 13000 ZAR Monthly ZAR 7000.00 13000.00 MONTH
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are hiring a Legal Executive Assistant for a solo law firm in the Legal Services (Estate Planning & Probate) industry. This is a Part-Time remote role for a US-based client. The role is focused on intake coordination, client communications, document automation and preparation, task tracking, and light content posting. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and an exceptional communicator with a growth mindset.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the new client intake pipeline in the CRM (e.g., Clio Grow): collect missing information, follow up with prospects/clients, and keep records current
  • Coordinate client communications via email and messaging; handle routine FAQs and information requests with professionalism
  • Prepare estate planning documents using templates (e.g., Gavel): populate data, organize files/folders, and stage drafts for attorney review
  • Support probate/succession matters with accurate data entry into document automation tools (e.g., Hot Docs/AYLA) and generate first-pass forms
  • QC and proofread documents for grammar, formatting, and consistency; apply file-naming conventions and version control
  • Schedule client signings and appointments; manage calendars, confirmations, and reminders
  • Maintain task boards and workflows in Trello; provide a morning brief and daily status updates
  • Create and improve SOPs, checklists, and simple Loom/video guides to document processes
  • Distribute provided content to social channels (e.g., Facebook, You Tube, etc.); handle basic posting and scheduling
  • Coordinate light local SEO tasks (nice-to-have), such as updating business listings or collaborating with external vendors
Required Qualifications
  • 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar role in a law firm or legal services environment
  • Strong client-facing communication skills with clear, articulate spoken and written English
  • Proven experience with document templates/automation and meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow structured workflows
  • High level of discretion and professionalism handling confidential client information
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in estate planning and/or probate/succession processes
  • Prior work supporting a solo attorney or small firm, owning end-to‑end administrative workflows
  • Familiarity with Louisiana succession terminology and forms (nice-to-have)
  • Experience creating SOPs, checklists, and simple training resources
Required Skills & Tools
  • Clio Manage and/or Clio Grow (or similar legal CRM/Practice Management tools)
  • Gavel and/or Hot Docs-based systems (e.g., AYLA) for document automation (or willingness to learn quickly)
  • Trello (or similar task/project management tools)
  • Google Workspace or Microsoft Office (Docs/Word, Sheets/Excel)
  • Social media platforms for basic content posting; familiarity with Canva or AI design tools is a plus
Schedule & Pay
  • Part-Time position; core working hours 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM Central Time, Monday–Friday (with some flexibility)
  • Fully remote role for a United States based client
  • Pay ranges from ZAR 7,000 to ZAR 13,000 per month, depending on experience
  • Includes training support, growth potential (path to full-time over time), and long-term stability
System Requirements
  • Internet speed of at least 20 Mbps upload and download
  • Computer with a 2.4 GHz processor or higher
  • 8 GB of RAM or higher
  • Windows 10 or newer, or Mac OS X 10.10 or newer
  • HD 720p webcam
  • Headset with microphone
Benefits
  • Competitive pay rates
  • Consistent hours and predictable workload
  • Fully remote work with long-term potential
  • Direct collaboration with the firm owner, making a real impact
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment
  • Opportunity to grow alongside a boutique legal practice
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