Job Title
Doc Prep Processor - Remote Work from Home
Job Responsibilities
A Legal Assistant provides a range of legal support and administration to lawyers and other legal professionals at a law firm. The primary responsibilities include:
- Assisting attorneys in representing clients in bankruptcy proceedings
- Reviewing daily reports to ensure efficient and timely handling of files
- Evaluating information and documents from clients to determine if a referral is warranted
- Organizing, analyzing, and cross-checking/validating information
- Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, objections, and assignments
- Proofreading legal forms and documents for accuracy
- Supporting paralegals, management, and attorneys
- Assisting with additional projects as needed
Education and Experience Information
- High school diploma required
- Previous law firm experience is preferred but not required
- Bankruptcy or Mortgage Servicing experience preferred but not required
- Relevant computer knowledge and experience
- Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
- Excellent planning and organizing skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
- Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills
General Competency Factors
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
- Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management, and attendance
- Initiative in the face of obstacles and ability to identify necessary actions
- Commitment to the firm's vision, mission, and core values
- Compliance with client requirements and firm SOPs and operations matrices
- Analytical and detail-oriented, capable of working at a fast pace and multi-tasking
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
- Team player willing to assist others in their department
- Ability to develop professional relationships and build rapport with others
- Overall good work ethic and adaptability to change
Salary Information
Pay Type: Hourly
Additional Information
The law firm offers a comprehensive benefits program, which includes:
- Company-paid life and disability insurance plans
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Flexible scheduling (depending on position)
- Generous PTO plan for 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
- Wellness programs and employee discounts
- Learning and development training opportunities for personal and professional growth
The law firm is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting 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 law. The firm is dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment,
