Legal Assistant

• Post Judgment Holzman Law PLLC
• 5.

0 Southfield, MI Job Details Full-time From $22 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Paid sick time Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork High school diploma or GED Legal administrative experience Organizational skills Law office experience Legal case management Full Job Description

• THIS IS AN IN-OFFICE POSITION, NO REMOTE OR HYBRID

• Legal Assistant
• Post-Judgment Department | Collections Law About Holzman Law, PLLC For more than 40 years, Holzman Law, PLLC has provided exceptional counseling and legal services to state
• and federally regulated credit unions.

Our success is built on hard work, intensive training, and an unwavering commitment to client service. Through our extensive representation of credit unions, we understand the challenges financial institutions face in today's competitive marketplace. Our team is committed to developing a thorough understanding of each client's needs to help strengthen their institution now and in the future. Position Summary We're seeking a detail-oriented, organized Legal Assistants to join our fast-paced, growing Collections Department in Southfield, Michigan. This position supports our post-judgment collections environment through case management, legal document preparation, court filings, client communication, and judgment enforcement activities. The ideal candidates will have prior legal collections experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment. Successful candidates are initiative-takers who work well independently and collaboratively while maintaining professionalism and accuracy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare, review, file, and mail legal documents related to post-judgment collections. Monitor electronic Court Register of Actions and follow up on pending filings and documentation Communicate professionally with courts, clients, employers, financial institutions, process servers, and other related entities regarding case status and informational needs Monitor and support judgment enforcement activities, including garnishments, levies, debtor examinations, payment plans, and asset investigations Request and review debtor employment and asset information Request checks for court filing fees and invoice payments Process incoming and outgoing mail, electronic filings, legal notices, and case updates Maintain accurate and current information within case management and client systems Answer inbound calls and place outbound calls in accordance with department protocol Stay current with court and judicial procedures and communicate updates to leadership Provide clerical and administrative support to attorneys and leadership as needed Provide coverage for team members to ensure uninterrupted workflow Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, including FDCPA requirements and court rules Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required;Associate degree preferred.

Minimum:

2 years of Legal Assistant experience & 1-2 years of collections law or legal collections experience preferred Knowledge of civil litigation and collections procedures preferred Familiarity with court filing systems and legal terminology. Experience with TrueFiling/MiFILE preferred Experience with CLS

• Collection Master software is a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume workload and meet deadlines Ability to work accurately, meticulously, and productively in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and professionalism Preferred Skills Experience handling garnishments, levies, and post-judgment enforcement actions Knowledge of skip tracing and asset investigation procedures Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively under pressure Strong problem-solving and follow-through skills Willingness to learn and adapt to changing priorities and procedures Work Environment Fast-paced, in-person legal office environment Open concept department Frequent interaction with attorneys, court personnel, clients, and third parties.

Primarily sedentary office work involves extensive computer and telephone use

Schedule & Benefits Schedule Options:

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM

• 4:00 PM 8:30 AM
• 4:30 PM 9:00 AM
• 5:00

PM Benefits Include:

Competitive salary Casual office attire Paid breaks and lunch Health, dental, and vision insurance Short-term and long-term disability coverage Life and AD&D insurance Flexible spending and health savings accounts 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off, sick time, and holidays Referral program Opportunities for advancement and professional development

Location:

Southfield, Michigan (In Person)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you able to pass a comprehensive background and credit check?

Experience:

collections law: 2 years (Required) legal assistant: 2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Southfield, MI 48034 (Required)

Work Location:

In person