Legal Assistant Mid-Senior

We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Legal Assistant to support a U.S.-based professional services firm specializing in tax, IRS matters, and international labor compliance. This role requires more than administrative legal support. The selected candidate must demonstrate a level of legal analysis comparable to an attorney with experience in U.S. tax law and international employment law. The position involves complex contract analysis, regulatory interpretation, and high-level legal summaries.

Duties / Tasks to perform

• Draft professional and precise legal documents, pleadings, and formal correspondence.
• Conduct in-depth research related to U.S. federal tax law, IRS regulations, and compliance procedures.
• Interpret tax rules, notices, and regulatory updates with strong analytical judgment.
• Analyze and summarize specialized contracts, including complex cross-border agreements.
• Provide structured legal analysis equivalent to an experienced attorney in U.S. tax and international labor law.
• Review and analyze international employment agreements and contractor structures.
• Identify legal risks, compliance gaps, and regulatory implications in labor and service contracts.
• Prepare detailed legal summaries related to international workforce compliance and U.S.-based operations.
• Communicate with government agencies regarding tax matters and compliance issues.
• Prepare and submit accurate filings to meet strict government deadlines.
• Manage entity filings, registrations, and compliance records.

• Review and prioritize executive communications daily.
• Maintain calendar accuracy and confirm appointments in advance.
• Respond to client inquiries professionally and within the same business day.
• Demonstrate the ability to translate training into practical application in complex legal tasks.

Requirements:
• Proven experience handling U.S. IRS-related matters and tax compliance analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in international labor law and cross-border employment frameworks.
• Strong experience analyzing and summarizing complex, specialized contracts.
• Ability to provide legal reasoning at a level comparable to an experienced U.S. tax and international labor attorney.
• Exceptional legal research and advanced writing skills.
• Fluent English (professional proficiency required).
• High level of professionalism when interacting with clients and government agencies.
• Strong ability to work under strict deadlines and high-pressure situations.
• Proactive, solutions-driven mindset with strong attention to detail.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm (GMT -5-00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Benefits:
• Fully remote work environment
• Stable, long-term collaboration
• Clear scope of responsibilities and structured workflows
• Training and onboarding support
• Opportunity to work with international teams
• Exposure to modern tools and professional processes
• Supportive and collaborative work culture
• Opportunity for skill development and career growth

📌 Before You Apply, Please Read:

At Freelance Latin America, we’re excited to connect you with meaningful remote opportunities. However, we want to be clear:

⏰ These are professional roles with set schedules defined by the client.
Consistent availability is expected. You will have a set work schedule determined by the client, and you are expected to be present during those hours.

🤝 You will be part of the client’s team.
You’ll follow their company guidelines, communication practices, and workflows, ensuring seamless collaboration.

📈 KPIs and goals matter.
Your performance will be measured to ensure alignment with client expectations and project objectives.

🧑‍🏫 Training may be required.
You might need to complete training to fully understand your role, tools, and client processes.

🎯 Commitment and responsibility are essential.
We work with clients who rely on your dedication to deliver consistent, high-quality results. This is key to building trust and long-term partnerships.

🚀 Ready to grow your career with us?
Apply only if you are ready to commit, learn, and take ownership of your role.