What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at US DEFAULT GROUP INC?
This Legal Assistant position will provide our new hire with a uniquely experiential opportunity to immerse themselves in the day-to-day bustle of a prestigious legal group’s First Legal Department. The ideal candidate will be a well-organized, proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong desire to progress within our organization. If you are a collaborative, team-oriented worker with the ability to switch gears/adjust priorities on short notice, this is the position for you!
Our firm maintains a collegial work environment that prioritizes internal promotion, training, and professional development. We strive to see our employees grow! As our team-members progress and demonstrate a consistent ability to meet performance standards, promotional opportunities become available.
Specific Job Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive, loan-level desktop reviews of cases, based on predetermined Key Performance Indicators pertaining to the delivery of quality legal services
- Ensure timely and through responses to heavy volume of email correspondence
- Draft and prepare of motions and notices
- Meet client and county deadlines
- File and upload pleadings and exhibits both with court and the client
- Ensure all internal systems are updated to include findings, documentation, and recommendations
- Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
- Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements as applicable
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent oral, verbal, and written communication
- Superior organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and efficiency
- Demonstrated ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations
Required Education and Training:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- High school or equivalent required
- Basic principles of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control strongly preferred
