Legal Assistant II - Recovery (Collections/Evictions/Replevins)

Overview

This is a remote, full-time opportunity for a Legal Assistant II on the Recovery team (Collections/Evictions/Replevins).

• Position status: Full Time
• FLSA status: Non-Exempt (hourly)
• Scheduled hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Local Time
• Location: Remote

Responsibilities

• 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 various required items for court appearances
• Review incoming documents and disperse to appropriate parties
• Communicate professionally through phone, email, and internal/external messaging systems in a timely manner
• Complete assigned trainings in the Firm LMS in a timely manner
• 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 providing administrative/operational support in a legal or office setting
• Experience working in Replevins/Evictions/Collections
• 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 adhere to 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 Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and comfortable with computer systems

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

Equal Opportunity / Work Authorization

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 you require an accommodation during the interview process, please indicate same when responding to this posting.