Legal Assistant

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Summary:

The law firm Weltman is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their Real Estate group. The position offers a $2k retention bonus during the first year of employment and can be located at any of the firm's office locations. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for routine legal work on file, including preparing and filing legal documents, conducting research, and maintaining client specific ecommerce websites.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and file legal documents with the appropriate court and assist attorney with management of cases
- Arrange for payment of court costs and fees and set up billing in accordance with client billing schedules
- Conduct research, including case history, asset location, and skip tracing
- Review electronic files, mail, and standard legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records
- Contact clients, consumers, attorneys, and courts for further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation
- Maintain and update client specific ecommerce websites according to their guidelines
- Obtain local counsel coverage for court hearings and sale dates
- Serve as liaison between client, local counsel, and firm attorney
- Complete all required training applicable to assigned position
- Perform any additional duties as requested or required

Qualifications:

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- 2 years relevant experience in the Real Estate industry, preferably in foreclosures, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
- Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Minimum typing speed of 45 words per minute with accuracy
- Experience with web-based technology, including case management software, e-filing, e-recording, and cloud-based phone systems
- Ability to work paperless whenever possible

Work Requirements:

- Frequent sitting at workstation for extended periods of time
- Effective communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to enter data into a computer and operate standard office equipment
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
- Normal office conditions with moderate noise level

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Competitive salary, performance-based bonus, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, 401(k) match, paid holidays, employee assistance program, career development opportunities, on-site fitness facility, on-site cafeteria, semi-casual dress policy, 24/7 business casual dress environment, community service opportunities, and more.

Legal document preparation, case management, research, communication, organization, problem-solving, web-based technology

High school diploma or GED

Apply through company website or job posting

Qualification and Experience High school diploma or GED

Legal