Hire Offshore Legal Assistants to Accelerate Your Law Firm’s Growth
Build a high-performing support team that complements every role in your firm from paralegals to attorneys. Maximize your team's billable hours by delegating with confidence.


Better Talent. Because we test the @#%^ out of them!
Our skilled offshore legal assistants streamline your operations, enhance responsiveness, and free up your attorneys’ time for high-value work.
Here’s how they can help:
Client Communication & Support
Handle calls, emails, and live chat to ensure timely, professional, and empathetic communication—delivering a seamless, client-first experience.
Calendar & Schedule Management
Coordinate meetings, interviews, and appointments for attorneys and clients to keep your practice running smoothly and on time.
Legal Research & Drafting
Support your team with case law research, document drafting, and proofreading—all under attorney supervision.
Billing & Accounting Assistance
Prepare and process invoices, manage client billing queries, and support your firm’s financial workflow.
Document Management & Organization
From gathering and filing case documents to organizing digital folders, we keep your case files orderly and accessible.
The Unique
AbroadWorks Process.
01
Find
We craft a tailored, localized job description for your role.
We identify the best countries to source top talent and handle the job posting for you.
We review hundreds of applications and deliver a shortlist of the most qualified candidates.


02
Onboard
We administer standardized role specific testing and background checks to validate candidate credentials.
We handle legal, taxes, compliance and contracts on your behalf.
We make sure hardware and software requirements are met.


03
Manage
Built-in productivity and time-tracking tools make monitoring performance effortless.
Security, data, and privacy safeguards let you hire globally with confidence.
Expert guidance ensures smooth integration of remote team members worldwide.


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Asked and Answered: Paralegal & Legal Assistant FAQs
What tasks can a legal assistant or paralegal handle remotely?
Remote legal assistants and paralegals can perform a wide range of tasks, including drafting legal documents, managing case files, conducting legal research, preparing contracts, coordinating with clients, organizing evidence, and handling administrative duties like scheduling and correspondence.
Can offshore legal staff comply with U.S., U.K., or other country-specific legal ethics rules?
Yes. We recruit legal assistants and paralegals familiar with, or trainable in, the ethical rules and procedural guidelines of your jurisdiction. This includes the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct in the U.S., SRA Codes in the U.K., or equivalent frameworks in other countries.
Can they work in compliance with local confidentiality and data privacy laws?
Yes, we ensure that all legal assistants and paralegals we hire follow strict confidentiality agreements and comply with applicable data privacy regulations, such as GDPR or HIPAA when relevant. We can also integrate your firm’s security protocols into their workflow.
How do you ensure the quality of work from offshore legal assistants and paralegals?
Aside from requiring them to complete and ace our pre-interview assessments, we source candidates with proven legal experience, verify their credentials, and assess their skills in legal research, document drafting, and case management. We also provide you with options to interview and test candidates before hiring.
Can you provide bilingual or multilingual legal assistants?
Yes. We can recruit legal professionals fluent in multiple languages to assist with translation, international cases, or clients who require communication in their native language.
What tools and software are they familiar with?
Most candidates are proficient with common legal and productivity tools such as Clio, MyCase, LexisNexis, Westlaw, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace. We can also prioritize candidates with experience in your preferred legal case management software.
Do remote legal assistants and paralegals need to be licensed?
Licensing requirements depend on your jurisdiction and the type of legal work being performed. In many cases, paralegals and legal assistants do not need a formal license but may require specific training or certifications. We ensure candidates meet your jurisdiction’s requirements and your firm’s standards.
Do your legal assistants and paralegals have experience in specialized legal areas?
Yes. We can source candidates with expertise in specific practice areas such as corporate law, family law, intellectual property, immigration, litigation, or real estate law, depending on your needs.
How do you verify the qualifications and background of legal assistants and paralegals?
We conduct thorough vetting that includes education and certification verification, skills testing, professional reference checks, and, if required, background checks to ensure integrity and competence.
What is the typical turnaround time for hiring a legal assistant or paralegal?
Once we finalize your job description and requirements, we can present qualified candidates within 1–2 weeks. Onboarding can usually be completed within days after selection.
Can legal assistants and paralegals work in different time zones?
Yes, we can match you with candidates who can work in your preferred time zone or adapt to a split schedule to provide better coverage.
How do you handle training for specific firm procedures?
While we source skilled professionals, you can provide training specific to your firm’s procedures and standards. We assist by ensuring the new hire has the necessary tech setup and a clear onboarding schedule.



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