Investigative Legal Assistant (Skip Tracing & FOIA) at Vertu Agent

San José, , Costa Rica -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Skip Tracing, FOIA Requests, Public Records Research, Investigative Research, Database Research, Documentation, Case Support, Quality Control, Communication, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Time Management

Industry

Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

Description

About Us At Vertu Agent, we’re a collaborative, people-first firm working across multiple industries. We believe great work happens when talented people enjoy working together. We value smart ideas, clear communication, and supporting one another to deliver great results for our clients. Our team members enjoy the freedom, resources and trust to take ownership of their work and are encouraged to grow - while enjoying the process along the way! Our Culture & Values We care deeply about doing great work and supporting one another along the way. Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and driven by shared goals, where initiative, curiosity, and problem-solving are encouraged and appreciated. We celebrate wins, invest in mentorship, and create opportunities for people to grow, take ownership, and step into leadership as they develop. Integrity Empathy Collaboration Growth Purpose About the Opportunity We are seeking an Investigative Legal Assistant to support litigation and pre-litigation teams with skip tracing, public records research, and FOIA requests. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, resourceful, and comfortable performing investigative research to locate individuals, obtain records, and support case development. You will play a key role in ensuring attorneys and legal teams have accurate, timely information to move cases forward. Key Responsibilities Skip Tracing: Locate individuals using public records, databases, and online research tools FOIA & Public Records Requests: Prepare, submit, and track FOIA and other public records requests with federal, state, and local agencies Investigative Research: Conduct background research, asset searches, address and employment verification, and entity research Database Research: Utilize investigative databases (LexisNexis, Westlaw, Accurint, TLO, CLEAR, or similar) Documentation: Maintain organized records of searches, findings, and supporting documentation Case Support: Assist attorneys and paralegals with investigative findings and case preparation Calendar & Tracking: Track deadlines for records requests and follow-ups Quality Control: Review results for accuracy and completeness before delivery to legal teams Communication: Coordinate with agencies, vendors, and internal teams regarding requests and findings Requirements Required Qualifications 2–5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Litigation Support Specialist, or Investigations Assistant Hands-on experience with skip tracing and public records (US county websites) / FOIA requests Strong research and analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and strong organizational skills Ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines simultaneously Comfortable working independently once trained Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience in litigation or pre-litigation environments Experience with investigative databases (LexisNexis, Westlaw, Accurint, TLO, CLEAR, etc.) Familiarity with civil procedure or case management systems

Responsibilities

The Investigative Legal Assistant will support litigation and pre-litigation teams by conducting skip tracing, public records research, and FOIA requests. This role involves ensuring attorneys have accurate and timely information to advance cases.