Overview
This remote Legal Assistant position supports attorneys and legal professionals representing financial institutions in bankruptcy, collections, foreclosure, litigation, and residential real estate or mortgage law. The role involves providing a range of legal support and administrative assistance.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in bankruptcy proceedings and related legal matters.
- Review daily reports to ensure efficient and timely file handling.
- Evaluate client-provided information and documents to determine if referrals are necessary.
- Organize, analyze, and cross-check information.
- Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, objections, and assignments.
- Proofread legal forms and documents for accuracy.
- Provide support to paralegals, management, and attorneys.
- Assist with additional projects as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- Previous law firm experience preferred but not required.
- Bankruptcy or mortgage servicing experience preferred but not required.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent planning, organizing, attention to detail, and accuracy.
- Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Timely problem identification and resolution.
- Conscientiousness regarding work completion, deadlines, time management, and attendance.
- Initiative and proactive problem-solving.
- Ability to comply with client requirements, standard operating procedures, and operational matrices.
- Analytical and detail-oriented while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Team player willing to assist others.
- Ability to develop professional relationships and build rapport.
- Good work ethic and adaptability to change.
Compensation & Benefits
- Remote work from home.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance plans.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans including prescription coverage.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position).
- Generous paid time off for full-time employees.
- Full equipment station provided at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors.
- Employee assistance program offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services.
- Wellness programs and employee discounts.
- Learning and development training opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and to 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 protected by law. The work environment is free from discrimination and harassment, with employees treated with respect and dignity.