Sr Legal Asst/Paralegal

2-2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Preferred

2 years: Real Estate, Foreclosure, Default Industry experience




# Sr Legal Asst/Paralegal at Orlans Law Firm

Orlans Law Firm is looking for a forward-thinking Litigation Paralegal to join our team of lawyers and real property focused companies. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. This position will give you the opportunity to make an impact and improve our processes, client service and business.

## Qualifications

- High School diploma or higher
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 2+ years of law firm experience in litigation
- Knowledge of court procedures (VA, MD, DC, DE)
- Experience with local court processes and procedures preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of technology, including common software platforms
- Strong Windows and Microsoft Office experience
- Real Estate, Foreclosure, Default industry experience a plus

## Responsibilities

As a Litigation Paralegal at Orlans Law Firm, you will be responsible for:

- Preparing draft correspondence and draft legal documents such as motions, complaints notices, orders and other pleadings in accordance with instructions and prescribed procedures
- Finalizing and ensuring timely filing of legal documents with the courts
- Maintaining proper scanning/uploading of electronic versions of documents in electronic system and indexing and filing of hard copy legal documents and designated correspondence in the litigation/hearing files
- Performing research including specifically internet, on-line dockets, people locator services as requested or required
- Communicating with clients of our company, court personnel, and opposing/debtors' counsel regarding the status of cases
- Ensuring that client vendor websites are reviewed and updated daily in accordance with our company and client requirements
- Preparing and sending outgoing communications via appropriate methods, including e-mail, USPS, courier, facsimile, and overnight delivery
- Proactively monitoring and timely notification of attorney of scheduled events as noted on the Legal Department Master Calendar and on the Outlook calendar of assigned attorney, including monitoring dockets and court dates
- Preparing, updating and reviewing task reports daily and ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks

## Salary and Benefits

Orlans Law Firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package for our Litigation Paralegal position, including:

- Flex time - Flexible work schedules and the ability to work from home
- Rev Down Time – A progressive time off plan that allows you to request time off when you need
- Company provided and paid career training and development
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- 401K/Roth plans with company sponsored match
- Mentorship program with senior leadership

Orlans Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Flex time, Rev Down Time, Company provided and paid career training and development, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, 401K/Roth plans with company sponsored match, Mentorship program with senior leadership

English

Microsoft Office, Windows, English Language

High School or better

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