Legal Clerk

Overview

• Fully remote position.
• This role provides essential administrative and clerical support to the legal team, including attorneys and paralegals.
• Supports day-to-day operations by managing external legal matters, processing bankruptcy filings, and handling legal correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Manage matters assigned to outside law firms.
• Review, process, and manage bankruptcy filings, including filing proofs of claim and notifying management of significant issues.
• Prepare legal correspondence.
• Open and distribute daily mail.
• Process payments received by the legal department.
• Assist with skip tracing on legal files.
• Answer legal department phone calls and direct them appropriately.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of various legal documents and forms.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues.
• Meet departmental attendance requirements.
• Work effectively under pressure and in stressful situations.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of laws and regulations relevant to the legal department’s functions.
• Education or training as an Administrative Assistant.
• Preferred experience in a legal office.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs.
• Detail oriented with the ability to multitask.
• Strong English, grammar, math, typing, and computer skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality per organizational policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional demeanor in daily activities.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred experience in a legal office.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range and compensation package will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Life insurance including accidental death and dismemberment.

Equal Opportunity

• Equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.