Spanish to English Translator with Legal Experience
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**Job Title: Bilingual Spanish–English Legal Assistant for Real Estate Client Calls** DM Legal Group is seeking a dependable, professional bilingual legal assistant to provide Spanish-language communication support for residential real estate transactions. This role will primarily involve participating in phone calls with Spanish-speaking clients to accurately relay information between the client, paralegal, and supervising attorney. Occasional assistance reviewing translated emails or other routine client communications may also be requested. **Responsibilities** * Participate in calls with Spanish-speaking real estate clients * Accurately interpret information between Spanish and English * Relay transaction updates, document requests, scheduling information, and attorney-approved instructions * Assist the paralegal and attorney in communicating clearly with clients * Occasionally review Spanish translations of client emails for clarity and accuracy * Maintain professional, patient, and courteous communication * Protect all confidential and privileged client information * Promptly communicate any client questions or concerns to the paralegal or attorney * Follow established procedures and avoid providing independent legal advice **Required Qualifications** * Fluent in both Spanish and English, with strong verbal communication skills * Prior experience working as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a similar legal-support role * Demonstrated experience communicating directly with law firm clients * Professional and confident telephone presence * Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately relay information * Reliable availability during normal business hours in the Central Time Zone * Access to a quiet and professional environment for client calls * Ability to maintain strict confidentiality * Willingness to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement and Independent Subcontractor Agreement before beginning work **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience with residential real estate transactions * Familiarity with common real estate terminology, closing procedures, and client document requests * Experience translating or interpreting in a professional or legal environment This is a remote, as-needed subcontractor position. This is a flat fee per file payment arrangement. The majority of assignments will involve scheduled or time-sensitive client phone calls, with occasional review of translated email communications. The selected candidate must be responsive, dependable, and available to assist during regular Central Time business hours. **To Apply** Please include the following: 1. A brief summary of your legal-assistant experience 2. Your experience communicating with clients in Spanish and English 3. Any experience you have with residential real estate matters 4. Your general availability during Central Time business hours 5. Confirmation that you are willing to sign an NDA and subcontractor agreement
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