The Entry Level Legal Assistant will conduct desktop case reviews, manage email correspondence, draft motions, meet deadlines, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
This Entry Level Legal Assistant position will provide our new hire with a uniquely experiential opportunity to immerse themselves in the day-to-day bustle of a prestigious legal group’s Affidavit Department. The ideal candidate will be a well-organized, proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong desire to progress within our organization. If you are a collaborative, team-oriented worker with the ability to switch gears/adjust priorities on short notice, this is the position for you!
Our firm maintains a collegial work environment that prioritizes internal promotion, training, and professional development. We strive to see our employees grow! As our team-members progress and demonstrate a consistent ability to meet performance standards, promotional opportunities become available.
Specific Job Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive, loan-level desktop reviews of cases, based on predetermined Key Performance Indicators pertaining to the delivery of quality legal services
- Ensure timely and through responses to heavy volume of email correspondence
- Draft and prepare of motions and notices
- Meet client and county deadlines
- File and upload pleadings and exhibits both with court and the client
- Ensure all internal systems are updated to include findings, documentation, and recommendations
- Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
- Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements as applicable
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent oral, verbal, and written communication
- Superior organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and efficiency
- Demonstrated ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations
Required Education and Training:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- High school or equivalent required
- Basic principles of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control strongly preferred
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