Job Summary: The Litigation Paralegal works as a liaison between clients and a national network of attorneys related to commercial collections matters. This position provides status updates and answers questions for clients, and coordinates with attorneys throughout the litigation and post-judgment stages.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Acts as a liaison between clients and a national network of attorneys
- Maintains independent portfolio of cases
- Corresponds with clients and attorneys via phone, email, and online portals to provide case updates and gather information
- Reviews attorney and client information and provides feedback
- Generates and reviews reports to communicate with clients and attorneys
- Conducts jurisdiction-specific research and educates coworkers on findings
- Reviews documentation (affidavits, complaints, settlement agreements, releases, waivers, etc.) for accuracy and makes or suggests revisions as necessary
- Reviews attorney invoicing and client billing
- Monitors the litigation and post-judgment processes to ensure efficient and effective outcomes
- Other duties as assigned
Competencies:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, and attorneys
- Ability to manage a large caseload
- Organizational skills and ability to meet strict deadlines
- Negotiation skills
- Problem-solving, critical thinking and conflict management skills
- Ability to multi-task & prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Meticulous
Education, experience, certifications:
- Associate’s degree or paralegal certificate required. Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Four or more years of experience in a professional legal setting
Physical and mental demands:
- Frequent typing and use of keyboard/mouse
- Prolonged sitting while viewing a computer monitor
- Near visual acuity
- Ability to present information clearly and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to management, clients, and other staff members
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience/education
- Paid holiday, Paid Time Off (PTO), Flextime, Remote work
- Life, health, dental, long and short term disability
- 401k plan with company contribution
- Team building: Casual Fridays, Holiday Party, Summer Barbecue, Corn Hole Tournament
- Pleasant, professional, clean work environment
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