Legal Assistant
We are seeking a highly organized and disciplined Legal Assistant to support our legal recovery department. In this role, you will bridge the gap between our collection officers and legal counsel, ensuring that all litigation paperwork is filed accurately, deadlines are met, and legal accounts move efficiently through the court system.
What You'll Do:
- Drive High-Volume Document Production: Prepare and process a large volume of court documents, including summons, complaints, executions, and dismissals.
- Own Docket Management: Maintain the legal calendar, tracking court dates, filing deadlines, and statutes of limitations.
- Audit Accounts: Review accounts for "legal readiness," ensuring all backup documentation is organized, admissible, and complete.
- Manage Case Data: Maintain accurate, real-time records within our collection management system (CMS), tracking legal actions, file statuses, and judgment balances.
- Perform Legal Calculations: Calculate post-judgment interest and court costs to ensure accurate payoff balances for consumers.
- Act as a Liaison: Communicate directly with court clerks, process servers, and sheriff’s offices regarding filing fees and service of process status.
Who You Are:
- An Experienced Professional: You bring 1–3 years of experience in a legal environment (Collections, Creditor’s Rights, or Civil Litigation preferred).
- A Strong Communicator: You are comfortable on the phone and can maintain your demeanor when speaking with employers.
- Efficient and Accurate: You are precise and take pride in your proofreading abilities.
- A Tech Pro: You have a strong command of Microsoft Office. You’re comfortable navigating spreadsheets and using document templates to stay organized.
- Knowledgeable & Compliant: You have familiarity with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and local Rules of Civil Procedure.