Legal Staff Paralegal in Wilmington, DE

Law Firm

Wilmington, DE

Legal Staff Paralegal in Wilmington, DE

Legal Staff

2-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:

The Legal Assistant position involves working within the Foreclosure Department of a prestigious legal group. The role is designed to provide a comprehensive experiential opportunity for the new hire to engage in the daily activities of a bustling legal environment. Key responsibilities include:

- Conducting comprehensive loan-level desktop reviews of cases based on predetermined Key Performance Indicators to ensure the delivery of quality legal services.
- Responding timely and thoroughly to a high volume of email correspondence.
- Drafting and preparing motions and notices to meet client and county deadlines.
- Filing and uploading pleadings and exhibits both with the court and the client.
- Ensuring all internal systems are updated to include findings, documentation, and recommendations.
- Exercising a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism in all tasks.
- Safeguarding compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements as applicable.

Education and Experience Information:

The position requires the following educational background and experience:

- An Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, although a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Familiarity with the basic principles of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control is strongly preferred.
- Candidates should possess proficient computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent oral, verbal, and written communication skills are essential.
- Superior organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and efficiency are required.
- A demonstrated ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations is necessary.

Salary Information:

The text does not provide specific salary information for the Legal Assistant position. However, the law firm emphasizes a collegial work environment that prioritizes internal promotion, training, and professional development, suggesting that there are opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization.