A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal Tiffany & Bosco, PA - 3.1 Fort Wright, KY Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Title document review Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans Phone communication Computer literacy Conventional mortgage loans English Legal administrative experience Problem-solving Organizational skills Law office experience Account management Real estate foreclosures Client interaction via phone calls
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We are looking for a Legal Assistant - Foreclosure who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with an energized team. The Legal Assistant for this position will have excellent communication, organizational, and people skills. The Legal Assistant will be a self-motivator, someone who works well with little supervision. The responsibilities for a Legal Assistant include, but are not limited to: Manage assigned client accounts. Prepare basic court pleadings (Notice of Appearance, Substitution counsel, Substitution of Plaintiff, etc.). Communicate with client at every stage of the foreclosure via client's website, email or phone. Whichever client prefers. Electronic filing of all Pre-Judgement case Pleadings. Perform
SCRA/PACER
searches and upload to client sites and/or provide supporting documents. Request hearing and document fees from client, follow-up for approval, then process fee accordingly. Process incoming mail both electronic mail and hard copy; documenting the files, uploading documents and reviewing for necessary work. Communicate with client regarding potential delays with case (i.e. title issues, contested). Request additional fees for out of the ordinary circumstances (i.e. title issues, mediations, contested). Escalate issues with client regarding possible missing docs or information. Telephone calls with, courts, sheriffs, attorneys. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs. Prepare Chronologies at clients requests. Working knowledge of title claims processing and mobile home foreclosure procedures. Skills & Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Basic concept/understanding of foreclosure from referral to REO Ability to read and understand title work Basic concept/understanding of different types of loan docs Basic concept/understanding of different types of loans (i.e. FHA, FNMA, Conventional, VA) Basic Knowledge of Client Software Databases, such as Black Knight, Tempo and SSE Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong analysis and judgment skills Works well in a team environment Strong organizational skills Good communication skills Enjoy public contact Able to work well under pressure Proficient computer skills Pleasant telephone manner Detail orientated Problem solving skills Typing and computer input Flexibility and ability to multi-task A professional telephone manner is essential. Must have good command of the English language, oral and written. Requirements Paralegal studies/Associate's Degree will be considered if no prior law firm experience. 2 years or more experience working in a law firm. Previous experience in a legal assistant role at a law firm is beneficial.
TIFFANY & BOSCO
P.A., offers its employees medical, dental and vision insurances; flexible spending accounts; short term disability insurance; 401(k); company paid long term disability insurance and company paid life insurance. Our office is a business casual office. No recruiters please. Must be willing to submit a background check and drug test.
