Judicial Foreclosure Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm is seeking a Judicial Foreclosure Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in Judicial Foreclosure. The position is not exempt from overtime laws.


Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys in the representation of clients in judicial foreclosure proceedings.
Process the default/summary judgment work load of the assigned states according to Law Firm procedures, internal goals and client/insurer/investor requirements.
Draft legal documents including pleadings, briefs, motions and agreements.
Electronically file pleadings within strict deadlines and manage/organize high volume incoming electronically filed pleadings.
Prepare correspondence.
Proof legal forms and documents for accuracy.
Organize and track case files.
Provide timely responses/updates to clients.
Communicate with courts, title vendors and other third parties.
Monitor and handle judgment related tasks for the judicial foreclosure caseload assigned.
Ensure that billing is completed in a timely manner at all billable events and milestones.
Handle other projects or tasks assigned.

Job Requirements:

High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
At least 3 years’ experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal Judicial foreclosure experience highly preferred.
Paralegal certificate a plus but not required. Prefer knowledge of multi-state process of service in a judicial environment.
Thorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques and legal terminology.
In depth knowledge of government regulations.
Relevant computer knowledge and experience.
Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
Excellent planning and organizing skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent research, analytical, critical thinking skills.

General Competencies:

Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Effectively communicates with all clients (via Client Systems, e-mail and phone).
Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
Demonstrates commitment to Law Firm’s vision, mission, and core values.
Processes work in compliance with Client requirements as well as SOPs and Operations Matrices.
Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.

Benefits:

Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans
Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage
401K Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)
Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees
Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors
Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing
Wellness programs and employee discounts
Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth
And so much more!

Salary:

Law Firm offers a competitive hourly rate for this position.

Law Firm is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

Law Firm is seeking a Judicial Foreclosure Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in Judicial Foreclosure. The position is not exempt from overtime laws.

Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys in the representation of clients in judicial foreclosure proceedings.
Process the default/summary judgment work load of the assigned states according to Law Firm procedures, internal goals and client/insurer/investor requirements.
Draft legal documents including pleadings, briefs, motions and agreements.
Electronically file pleadings within strict deadlines and manage/organize high volume incoming electronically filed pleadings.
Prepare correspondence.
Proof legal forms and documents for accuracy.
Organize and track case files.
Provide timely responses/updates to clients.
Communicate with courts, title vendors and other third parties.
Monitor and handle judgment related tasks for the judicial foreclosure caseload assigned.
Ensure that billing is completed in a timely manner at all billable

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Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans, Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position), Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees, Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors, Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing, Wellness programs and employee discounts, Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth

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Legal Assistant, Legal Research, Pleadings, Briefs, Motions, Agreements, Correspondence, Proof Legal Forms, Documents, Organize and Track Case Files, Monitor and Handle Judgment Tasks, Billing

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Qualification and Experience High School Diploma required, Bachelor's degree preferred, Paralegal Certificate a plus

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