Legal Assistant - Judgement at McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLP

Roswell, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Assistance, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, MS Office Suite, Internet Research, Document Management Software, Foreclosure Process, Title Report Review, Proofreading, Case Management, Teamwork, Multi-tasking, Adaptability, Time Management, Attention to Detail

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description SUMMARY This position includes but is not limited to managing any and all administrative tasks associated with the legal process of foreclosure. The bulk of said tasks encompass timely correspondence with all interested parties, maintaining electronic files, preparing legal pleadings, following up on service of process, the utilization and maintenance of a variety of client systems, and addressing incoming calls. In this position you will need to possess the willingness to work in a team as well as the ability to be self-driven and work independently whenever needed. RESPONSIBILITIES Drafting, preparing, and formatting memoranda, correspondence, assignments, and various other legal documents. Fielding calls from borrowers, clients, and other outside parties in a courteous and effective manner. Ensuring timely, courteous, and thorough responses to a heavy volume of email correspondence. Developing and maintaining congenial relationships with business associates and clients. Consistently and accurately updating the firm’s internal case management system, as well as all clients systems. Reviewing title reports and recorded documents. Providing exceptional customer service to clients at every level of interaction. Proofreading the legal documents as required. Providing support to attorneys in a high volume, time sensitive atmosphere. Providing regular and timely client status updates, as well as continual follow-up on outstanding documents and or services. Performing other duties and responsibilities as needed. EDUCATION & SKILLS At least 2-3 years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal within a foreclosure firm. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be committed to providing exceptional customer service. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with borrower, clients, attorneys, other internal employees, and outside parties. Must be able to work with others in a congenial and team-oriented manner. Must possess exceptional organizational skills; the position requires the ability to multi-task and be adaptable to continual change. Ability to read and write at a high level for proof reading and editing purposes. High-level proficiency in MS Office suite. Proficiency in internet research activities. Familiarity with case and document management software Experience with client systems such as LPS, SSE Portal, Tempo, Vendorscape and others is preferred. Good understanding of the legal process surrounding foreclosure preferred. Experience with review of title reports and identifying chain of title issues preferred. Ability to proficiently operate computer, fax machine, scanner, photocopier, typewriter, and telephone is required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Normal office working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate. This a full time position, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which includes a salary commensurate with your experience and accomplishments. If you possess the requisite qualifications and are seeking the challenge of working in a dynamic, growing firm, please submit your resume. Resume submissions will be considered confidential. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. **Because of the high volume of calls received, only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration*** If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to careers@mccalla.com.

Responsibilities

The Legal Assistant will manage administrative tasks related to the foreclosure process, including drafting legal documents and maintaining electronic files. They will also provide support to attorneys and ensure timely communication with clients and other parties.