About the Role
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (GRSM) is seeking a Virtual Legal Support Assistant (VLS Assistant) to join our Document Processing team. This is a fully remote position designed for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, accuracy-driven environment. Working via our ticketing software (Fresh Works), the VLS Assistant will draft pleading shells, manage document formatting, and perform essential legal support tasks for our nationwide offices. Full training is provided, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and disability coverage for employees working 30+ hours per week. Company-provided computer equipment is included. This full-time role (40 hours/week) offers evening shifts and requires a mandatory 1-hour lunch break.
Work Schedule
We have multiple shift options available for this role, accommodating candidates across all U.S. time zones.
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Opening #1: Monday–Friday, 1 PM – 10 PM ET // 12 PM – 9 PM CT // 10 AM – 7 PM PT
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Openings #2–5: Monday–Friday, 3 PM – 12 AM ET // 2 PM – 11 PM CT // 12 PM – 9 PM PT
These hours are ideal for professionals seeking stability, predictable schedules, and the flexibility of working from home. Our evening-focused shifts are structured to ensure a steady workflow while meeting tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will handle a variety of legal document preparation tasks, such as drafting Answers, Discovery Responses, and Captions; creating Tables of Contents and Authorities using Best Authority; performing document comparisons and redlines; converting and revising documents; adding Bates numbering via Kofax; assembling PDFs; and editing PowerPoint presentations and Excel documents. Accuracy, attention to detail, and speed are crucial, as these documents directly support legal teams handling complex cases. This is an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented professionals who enjoy varied work and have strong technical skills.
Department Overview
The Virtual Legal Support Team is a multi-faceted department providing essential support to GRSM’s attorneys and staff. Operating across three service lines—Direct Support, Document Processing, and New Matter Intake—the team manages critical legal documentation, organizes case materials within the firm’s iManage Document Management System, and ensures compliance with legal formatting standards. Using Microsoft Office Suite, Kofax Power PDF, and specialized firm tools, the department handles document conversion, template-based drafting, mail merges, table creation, and redlining. The work is sensitive and often confidential, requiring both precision and discretion.
Qualifications
To be considered, candidates must have at least one year of experience drafting pleadings in a law firm environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential, along with familiarity in MS Teams and remote work tools. Preference is given to applicants with a basic understanding of litigation workflows. The role demands strong attention to detail, exceptional time management, and the ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines. Previous remote work experience is a plus, and adaptability in using specialized legal software is highly valued.
Compensation and Benefits
This position offers an annual salary of $45,000 (equivalent to $21.63 per hour). In addition to competitive pay, employees working 30+ hours per week receive full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage. As a fully remote role, GRSM provides company-issued computer equipment to ensure productivity and security. Independent work is encouraged, but collaboration with the broader legal support team is a key part of the job.
Equal Opportunity Statement
GRSM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
