Legal Assistant - Bankruptcy

WWR/Weltman • Independence, OH

1d • $22 - $27

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Legal Assistant assists attorneys by performing routine legal work requiring basic to intermediate knowledge of legal procedures, methods and terminology by performing the following duties.

Requirements

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 0 – 3 years of relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 45 words per minute with accuracy.
• Must know and have used Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures; computer operation; word processing software; internet research.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the legal processes a plus.
• Pacer software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists attorney with management of routine, non-litigated case files.
• Prepares pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Conducts research including case history, asset location, and skip tracing.
• Reviews files, mail, and legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
• Contacts clients, debtors, 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.
• Monitors client billings and prepares billing statements, as required.
• Coordinates and confirms the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action.
• Forwards accounts to out-of-town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney.
• Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc.
• Takes inbound calls, directs calls, and conveys messages, as required.
• Reviews, notates and distributes mail and incoming work to appropriate parties.
• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.
• Additional duties as requested or required.

Benefits

• The expected compensation is $21.70-$26.79/hour
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
• 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED