Foreclosure Legal Assistant at Dean Mead

Orlando, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Foreclosure, Replevin, Litigation, Microsoft Office, PDF Products, Legal Document Management Software, Calendar Maintenance, Scheduling, E-Filing, Drafting Legal Documents, Notices, Pleadings, Motions, Affidavits, Communication, Organization

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description Summary: Dean Mead, a full-service Florida Business law firm, is seeking a full-time Creditor, Foreclosure, and Replevin Legal Assistant to work in the Litigation department of our Orlando office. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple files and priorities. A minimum of two years’ experience as a Legal Assistant in foreclosure, replevin, or similar litigation practice area is preferred. Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft and PDF products and have proven experience using legal document management softwares. We offer a professional environment with a competitive compensation and benefits package. Duties and Responsibilities: Communicate with lenders, borrowers, courts, and other parties over the phone and via email. Maintain attorney calendars; Schedule and arrange hearings. Process expense reports; Track and submit invoices for payment. Track case deadlines and ensuring timely filings. E-File documents with courts. Draft legal documents such as foreclosure and replevin notices, pleadings, motions, and affidavits. Other administrative duties, as assigned by attorneys and managers. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please contact Dean Mead Human Resources. Other Skills and Abilities: Desire to work in a fast-paced environment. Highly detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple files and shifting priorities. Excellent communication and organization skills. Ability to work effectively with within a group or independently. Education and Experience: Minimum of 2 years Legal Assistant experience (Required), in a foreclosure, replevin, or similar litigation practice (Preferred). Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and PDF (Required). Experience with document management and legal accounting softwares (Required). Experience with iManage (Preferred). Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Work Environment: This position reports to work in-person at our Orlando office. Other: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Responsibilities

The Legal Assistant will be responsible for communicating with various parties, maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling hearings, processing expenses, tracking deadlines, e-filing documents, and drafting various legal documents related to foreclosure and replevin cases. Administrative duties assigned by attorneys and managers are also part of the role.