Legal Assistant Auditor

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA • Seven Hills, OH

38d • $25 - $31 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Legal Assistant Auditor assists attorneys, network attorneys, managers and supervisors by performing legal work requiring intermediate knowledge of legal procedures, and terminology for multiple states.

Requirements

• An associate’s degree in paralegal studies or a paralegal certificate from a regionally or nationally accredited program, or one approved by the American Bar Association.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a legal environment.
• Intermediate knowledge of relevant laws, legal/court procedures, and legal terminology is required.
• Strong proficiency in office practices, procedures, computer operations, and word processing software.
• Proven ability to conduct internet research and maintain data using Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Hybrid potential after training
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm

Responsibilities

• Conducts research including case history, asset location, and skip tracing.
• Reviews files and legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
• Reviews legal documents to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinates trial appearances between client and network attorneys.
• Completes or assists in completing interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
• Contacts clients, attorneys, and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation.
• Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval.
• Oversees the preparation and assembly of evidence exhibits and other materials used in legal proceedings.
• Serves as liaison between client and network attorneys.
• Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc.
• Assists and trains other department staff, as required.
• Reviews, notates and distributes mail and incoming work to appropriate parties.
• Performs data entry to update notes on account.
• Maintains current knowledge of general ledger procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents.
• Conducts audits on network attorneys for compliance, ensuring work standards are met.
• Analyzes YGC reporting from network attorneys to ensure accuracy and timeliness of updates.
• Complete all required training applicable to this position
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position
• Other duties, as assigned

Benefits

• Retention Bonus paid out during your 1st year
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually
• 9 Company paid holidays
• Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
• Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
• On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
• Free parking
• Free onsite fitness center for all employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree