Legal Staff Other in Plano, TX

Law Firm

Plano, TX

Legal Staff Other in Plano, TX

Legal Staff

1-3 yrs required

No

Job Title
Motions Processor

Job Responsibilities
- Review daily reports to ensure that files are handled efficiently and timely.
- Preparation, processing, and filing of motions, orders, notices of hearings, adequate protection orders, responses to motions to sell, and motions to approve loan modifications, deferrals, or partial claims.
- Sending and monitoring of declarations or affidavits in support of motions, assignments, meet and confer letters, and motions for client approval.
- Perform SCRA searches and 48-hour hearing status updates.
- Set up local counsel and process hearing results.
- Process ECF notifications and attorney paper mail.
- Update client systems with relevant information.
- Handle calls, faxes, emails, payment histories, disputes, attorney assignments, and debtor checks.
- Provide support to management and attorneys.
- Assist with additional projects as needed.

Education and Experience Information
- High School Diploma required.
- Previous law firm experience is preferred but not required.
- Must have the ability to communicate with attorneys and interpret client systems.
- Proficient in software tools including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
- Must be organized and multi-task oriented.
- Excellent communication skills are essential.

General Competency Factors
- Proficient in software tools, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
- Identify and solve issues in a timely manner.
- Must be a team player and willing to assist others in their department whenever necessary.
- Extremely organized and capable of multi-tasking.
- Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management, and attendance.
- Takes initiative in the face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
- Demonstrates commitment to the law firm’s vision, mission, and core values.
- Analytical and detail-oriented while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
- Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
- Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.

Salary Information
The position is paid on an hourly basis.

Additional Information
In addition to remote work for most positions, the law firm offers a comprehensive benefit program, including:
- 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 well-being.
- Wellness programs and employee discounts.
- Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The 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. The law firm is dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where employees are treated with respect and dignity.