Paralegal / Legal Assistant – Real Estate (Guanacaste)

About the role

VOA LAW, a specialist real‑estate law firm in Costa Rica, is looking for a full‑time Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join its Guanacaste office. You will work closely with attorneys to support property transactions from due‑diligence through closing, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth client communication.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, review and format contracts, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Compile and organize property records, registries and due‑diligence files.
• Maintain up‑to‑date case and client files, internal databases and checklists.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate with notaries, public offices and other stakeholders.
• Track deadlines, file documents with relevant authorities and monitor transaction progress.
• Communicate regularly with clients to request information, provide status updates and ensure a professional experience.

Required profile

• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal English; Spanish proficiency is a plus.
• Experience as a paralegal, legal assistant or in a real‑estate related role is preferred.
• Relevant education in law, paralegal studies, business or a related field.
• Ability to handle confidential information and work on‑site in Guanacaste.

Required skills

• Word processing software.
• Spreadsheet applications.
• Document management systems.