Legal Assistant - Pre-Judgement at Blitt and Gaines, P.C.

Urbandale, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Document Preparation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Zoom, Data Analysis, Attention To Detail, Critical Thinking, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Problem Solving, Organization, Proofreading

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description About Blitt and Gaines, P.C. Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm with over 30 years of experience representing most of the nation’s largest financial institutions. With nine offices across Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, our attorneys and support teams deliver high-quality, compliant, and ethical legal services. At the heart of our firm are people—our clients, our employees, and the partnerships we build. Guided by our philosophy—Collect Compliantly. Litigate Ethically. Lead Effectively. Exceed Expectations. Expect Excellence—we uphold integrity, respect, and fairness in every interaction. Job Summary: The Pre-Judgment Legal Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the firm's legal production operations across multiple jurisdictions. This position is responsible for preparing legal documents, maintaining accurate file data, and ensuring compliance with internal and client timelines. The role requires consistent collaboration with attorneys, production team members, third-party vendors, and various internal departments to ensure the timely advancement of files through the legal process. Essential Duties: · Prepare and review legal documents with a high degree of accuracy and adherence to established timelines. · Prioritize and manage daily tasks to maintain a consistent and efficient workflow across multiple states. · Conduct thorough reviews of file-level data to ensure readiness for legal action. · Identify, address, and escalate file discrepancies or process concerns as needed. · Review and monitor control reports to ensure proper routing and timely progression of files. · Coordinate with third-party vendors to track, validate, and upload required data. · Provide support to team members and assist with cross-functional tasks essential to department performance. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with particular emphasis on Excel. · Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities. · Effective written and verbal communication skills. · Demonstrated ability to take initiative and apply a proactive approach to problem-solving. · Ability to quickly learn, adapt to, and operate within new systems and processes. · Ability to stay organized while handling multiple project Requirements Requirements: · Comfortable using Excel, Outlook, Zoom, and navigating a computer database · High School diploma or GED is required; college is a plus · Prior experience in collections, banking, editing/proofreading, or legal assistant roles is a plus Compensation & Benefits: · Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays · Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance · Short-Term Disability coverage · 401(k) retirement plan · Profit sharing opportunities · Professional development and advancement opportunities within the organization

Responsibilities

The Pre-Judgment Legal Assistant prepares and reviews legal documents while maintaining accurate file data across multiple jurisdictions. They collaborate with attorneys and third-party vendors to ensure files progress timely through the legal process.