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NINA WAITONO

@ninawaitono

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Virtual Legal Assistant providing remote legal and administrative support to attorneys and law firms.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a remote Virtual Legal Assistant or Legal Support position where I can contribute my skills in legal research, document preparation, e-filing, calendar management, client intake, email management, and legal administration. I am looking to work with attorneys and law firms that value accuracy and confidentiality,

I am a detail-oriented Virtual Legal Assistant dedicated to helping attorneys and law firms manage their daily operations efficiently through reliable remote legal and administrative support.

My areas of support include legal research, e-filing and court filing assistance, legal document preparation, calendar and deadline management, client intake, email management, and document organization. I understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and timely follow-through in legal environments, and I approach each responsibility with professionalism and attention to detail.

I am familiar with legal practice management platforms, including Clio and PracticePanther, and I have completed relevant training and coursework in virtual legal assistance and these tools. I am committed to supporting efficient workflows, keeping important information organized, and helping legal professionals stay focused on their clients and cases.

I welcome opportunities to contribute to law firms and legal teams seeking dependable remote support, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to legal administration.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Virtual Legal Assistant / Legal Support

Sterling & Partners Law Firm

Feb 2026 - Aug 2026 (6 months)

Prepared, formatted, and proofread legal documents; researched legal issues and case law; maintained digital matter files; coordinated calendars and deadlines; managed correspondence and client intake; used legal support tools and e-filing workflows.

Legal Research Legal Case Review Documentation Preparation Proofreading Document Control Calendar Management Client intake Correspondence Clio PracticePanther NYSCEF Pacer ECF

Secretary

Audi Sola and CCTV

Apr 2026 - Jul 2026 (3 months)

Handled routine secretarial and administrative tasks, supporting day-to-day office coordination and information management. Organized records and communications, followed up on assigned tasks, and supported orderly office operations.

Administrative Support Office Coordination Records Management Communication Skills Task Follow Up

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Taraba State University

Bachelor of Law, Law

2020 - 2025

Activities and societies: Law Clinic, Moot court proceedings

Earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), developing a strong foundation in legal research, legal analysis, case law interpretation, and legal principles. Acquired knowledge of legal procedures, document analysis, and critical thinking relevant to legal practice and legal support services.