Legal Clerk

at  Puget Sound Collections

JOB DESCRIPTION – LEGAL CLERK

Join an established collection agency as a full-time Legal Clerk. This position is responsible for assisting in all facets of the legal department. The position is in the employer’s Tacoma headquarters office.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• 1-2 years’ experience in a legal office setting
• Previous debt collection or accounts receivable experience a plus, but not required
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Adobe
• Computer literate
• Ability to type 40 wpm, with few to no errors
• Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills
• Detail oriented with strong proof-reading skills
• Ability to problem solve, multi-task, and prioritize
• Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Familiar with standard concepts and procedures within an office environment
• Familiar with standard litigation procedures
• High school diploma with 1-2 years of work experience in an office setting
• Valid Driver’s License

• Prepare & file motions and pleadings
• Logging proof of service of legal documents
• Processing outgoing mail & correspondences
• Proofing legal documents
• Pulling and filing legal files
• Filing and e-filing with various county courts
• Processing of assigned tasks by supervisor
• Data entry and processing of records
• Telephone communication with Courts and other parties
• Significant amounts of copying, filing, and scanning
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor