Foreclosure Legal Assistant

Brock & Scott • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

Brock & Scott, PLLC is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Foreclosure Legal Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegal/managers in the day-to-day operations of its foreclosure practice. The role involves maintaining accurate case information and documentation and helping ensure compliance with client and legal requirements. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, and can thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The position offers a professional, collaborative legal environment and the opportunity to gain experience in the mortgage default and foreclosure industry. Applicants must currently reside in the firm's geographic footprint: AL, CT, FL, GA, IN, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, or WV. Employment is contingent on successful completion of required pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include criminal background, conflict-of-interest, employment and education verification, and drug screening. Drug testing occurs only after a conditional offer and in accordance with applicable law.

Compensation is $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on applicable experience and other relevant factors. The stated range is not guaranteed; individual offers may vary based on factors such as location, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

• Strong writing, proofreading, customer service, and communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to take direction, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.
• Comfort with learning and using computer programs, web-based systems, and other technology.
• Adaptability to changes in policies and procedures, and comfort with situations requiring independent thinking and problem-solving.
• Must currently reside within the firm's geographic footprint: AL, CT, FL, GA, IN, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, or WV.

Nice To Haves

• Prior legal experience is preferred but not required.
• Mortgage default or foreclosure industry experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegal/managers throughout the foreclosure process.
• Assist with preparing, reviewing, organizing, and maintaining legal documents and case files.
• Enter, update, and track case information in internal systems and web-based platforms.
• Assist with deadlines, case status updates, correspondence, and other administrative tasks to support timely case progression.
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, courts, vendors, and other parties as needed.
• Proofread documents and correspondence for accuracy, completeness, and formatting.
• Follow established procedures and help maintain compliance with client requirements, legal regulations, and firm policies.
• Identify issues, use sound judgment to resolve routine problems, and escalate matters when appropriate.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, voluntary life, voluntary vision, and critical illness insurance at competitive rates; coverage begins on the first of the month following hire for full-time employees.
• Basic life insurance after the 90-day introductory period, at no cost, equal to one times annual salary, subject to a $25,000 minimum and $200,000 maximum.
• Paid holidays for full-time employees, including six firm-recognized holidays and one Day of Observance.
• 12 days of PTO per year for full-time employees; PTO accrues monthly and is credited on the 15th, with increases after two and five years of employment.
• 401(k) plan participation eligibility after six months of service for employees over age 21, beginning at the next quarter.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed