Legal Assistant at Pender Coward PC

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Research, Drafting, Proofreading, Document Management, E-Filing, Bankruptcy, Real Estate, Commercial Transactions, Attention to Detail, Organization, Client Communication, Deadline Management, Microsoft Office, UCC Filings, Closing Processes, Time Entry

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description Pender & Coward seeks a detail-oriented, proactive Legal Assistant to support an attorney whose practice focuses on commercial real estate closings as well as commercial collections including foreclosure and Bankruptcy, part-time or full-time in our Virginia Beach office. This position is on-site, remote work is not an option. Responsibilities • Draft, format, proof, and finalize correspondence, pleadings, discovery, motions, bankruptcy filings, and transactional documents (loan documents, amendments, forbearance agreements, guaranties, UCC filings, subordination/intercreditor agreements). • Assist with due diligence for commercial loans and transactions, including entity verification, good standing certificates, UCC/lien searches, title and survey review coordination, and closing checklists. • Coordinate and manage commercial real estate and asset-based loan closings: organize closing binders, track conditions precedent, coordinate signatures, and manage post-closing deliveries and recordings. • Support creditors’ rights and collections matters: demand letters, replevin/claim-and-delivery filings, garnishments, judgment domestication/renewals, and collateral liquidation documentation. • Support bankruptcy matters: prepare and file proofs of claim, notices of appearance, motions for relief from stay, and related pleadings; manage deadlines and service requirements. • File documents in Virginia and North Carolina state and federal courts (including bankruptcy courts) via e-filing systems; arrange service of process; monitor dockets and calendars. • Maintain organized physical and electronic files; manage document versions; assist with matter opening/closing, conflict checks, and billing/time entry. • Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, title companies, lenders, and vendors; schedule meetings, hearings, and closings; coordinate notarizations and recordings. • Perform legal research tasks such as locating court rules, filing procedures, and fee schedules, compile exhibits and evidentiary materials. Requirements • Prior law firm experience supporting creditors’ rights, banking/finance, commercial transactions, and/or real estate strongly preferred. • Familiarity with Virginia and North Carolina court rules, e-filing procedures, and bankruptcy court practices is a plus. • Comfortable with commercial loan documentation and closing processes, UCC filings and searches, title/recording procedures, and lien perfection. • Strong drafting, proofreading, and cite/check skills, high attention to detail and organization. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel), PDF tools, and legal e-filing platforms; experience with document management and billing systems. • Ability to manage competing deadlines, handle confidential information, and work efficiently in a fast-paced, on-site environment. • Paralegal certificate, associate’s/bachelor’s degree, or equivalent relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

The Legal Assistant will draft and finalize various legal documents, assist with due diligence for commercial transactions, and manage commercial real estate closings. Additionally, the role involves supporting creditors' rights and bankruptcy matters, filing documents in court, and maintaining organized files.