Legal Staff Paralegal in Troy, MI

Law Firm

Troy, MI

Legal Staff Paralegal in Troy, MI

Legal Staff

No

Job Title: Legal Assistant - Litigation Support
Salary: per hour
Experience: Previous administrative experience in a law firm or other financial or banking institution preferred

Department: Litigation
Location: Troy, MI

Introduction

Zwicker & Associates, . is a nationally recognized creditor rights law firm that has been in operation since 1991. Our focus on ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of our clients’ interests has made us the industry leader in debt collection. We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team and provide litigation support at our Troy, MI office.

Responsibilities

As a Legal Assistant at Zwicker & Associates, ., your responsibilities will include:

- Analyzing and processing data to ensure compliance with client and firm expectations
- Providing high-level legal administrative and office management support to the Office Manager and attorneys
- Utilizing internal software to update and document account status
- Preparing documentation for attorney review
- Filing pleadings with state-specific court filing systems
- Answering incoming calls and communicating effectively with team members and outside parties
- Complying with standard operating procedures set forth by the office
- Maintaining quality and quantity of work
- Performing other assigned duties

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:

- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Attention to detail and a professional attitude
- Knowledge of civil litigation procedures, rules of evidence, and/or e-filing process preferred
- Previous administrative experience in a law firm or financial institution preferred
- Debt collection and/or litigation experience a plus

Physical Qualifications

- Ability to lift at least five pounds
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
- Mobility for bending and moving as needed
- Ability to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence
- Ability to communicate effectively in a common language, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device
- Ability to work a flexible 40-hour schedule

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Zwicker & Associates, . is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, please inform Human Resources Management. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, and a 401K with matching. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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