Legal Assistant II

Overview

An opportunity is available for a Legal Assistant position with a Remote / Hybrid-Remote arrangement (varies based on where the applicant resides). This is a Full Time role, Non-Exempt (Hourly) under the FLSA.

• Scheduled hours: 8:00–4:30 PM (Local Time)
• Pay range: $40,000–$45,000 (annualized)

Responsibilities

The Legal Assistant supports creditor rights’ matters for financial institutions and must take and apply direction from internal and external parties. Core duties focus on producing accurate work product and completing assigned tasks within expected timeframes.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Update internal systems and external client systems within expected timeframes
• Sort, scan, categorize, label, digitally file, and properly organize legal documentation
• Complete assigned work queue items within designated timeframes
• Apply and retain basic legal concepts and terminology that impact accurate work product
• Assist with preparing required items for court appearances
• Review incoming documents and disperse to appropriate parties
• Communicate professionally through various platforms (phone, email, internal/external messaging systems) in a timely manner
• Timely complete assigned trainings in the Firm LMS
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–3 years of experience working in a data entry or legal assistant role
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in a technology driven environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled at accurate data entry
• Strong ability to follow basic instructions, job aids, and procedures
• Ability to adhere to firm policy and apply policy requirements while processing assigned work
• Strong time-management skills
• Self-driven with ability to work independently or collaboratively as needed
• Commitment to providing exceptional, responsive, and time-bound service
• Highly proficient with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and computer savvy

Conditions of Work

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods
• Ability to remain focused for extended periods
• Ability to work on computers for a significant portion of the day
• Ability to perform repetitive movements as required for positions (typing, clicking, swiveling)
• Ability to multi-task

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits are available to eligible employees who enroll in coverage, including:

• Medical coverage
• HSA with quarterly employer contributions
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Group Life insurance*
• Supplemental Life Insurance plans
• Long and Short Term Disability
• First Stop Health for all employees*
• Legal Service benefit for all employees
• Hospital and accident indemnity coverage
• National discount programs for all employees*
• 401k with employer matching
• PTO* (accrual based)
• No-cost benefit (not otherwise specified)

Equal Opportunity / Work Authorization

• The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.
• This employer participates in E-Verify.
• All newly hired employees are required to complete the I-9 form and provide documentation of identity and work eligibility.
• If an accommodation is required during the interview process, applicants should indicate the need when responding to the posting.