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Legal Operations Assistant (Remote South Africa) – 37139683658 Jobs in South Africa at Somewhere
Title: Legal Operations Assistant (Remote South Africa) – 37139683658
Company: Somewhere
Location: South Africa
Legal Administrative Assistant (Remote)
Arizona-based Private Practice Law Firm
Remote | Full-Time – Open to talent from LATAM and South Africa
About The Role
We’re a small but mighty private practice law firm specializing in landlord-tenant law and eviction cases across Arizona. As the firm continues to grow, we’re looking for a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant to help take work off the founder’s plate and support both legal and administrative operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and eager to contribute to process improvements within a flexible, evolving work environment.
You’ll play a key role in organizing documents, handling client communications, supporting our in-office admin team member, and helping the founder transition the office from paper to a more paper-lite system. We’re investing in automation and AI tools to streamline tasks, so we’re looking for someone who is open-minded, adaptable, and excited about new technology.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and manage legal documents related to eviction cases
Organize and maintain digital case files, including renaming files and ensuring consistency in our CRM
Handle client communications via email and phone
Provide regular updates to clients regarding case progress
Assist with general admin tasks and support the in-office administrator
Help the founder with data entry and file cleanup
Perform basic calculations (e.g., late fees, attorney fees)
Review lease documents and extract relevant details
Contribute to ongoing improvements in processes and workflows
What We’re Looking For
At least 2 years of experience in an administrative or legal support role
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
High attention to detail and ability to follow legal procedures and protocols
Comfortable using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, etc.)
Familiarity with CRMs or legal tech platforms is a plus
Spanish fluency is a bonus, but not required
Independent, self-starting mindset—someone who thrives in a flexible, evolving role
A desire to improve processes and offer thoughtful feedback – we want to hear your thoughts!
Tech Stack
Google Workspace
CRM with automation capabilities
Considering VoIP for future phone system integration
What You Can Expect
Remote hire by a U.S.-based law firm
Supportive, collaborative team
Long-term opportunity with room for growth
Flexibility to evolve your role as tools and systems improve
