Legal Assistant

Portnoff•Upper Merion Township, PA

18d•$22 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

Portnoff Law Associates, Ltd. (PLA) is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join their team. This is an entry-level position with growth potential in a fast-paced legal environment. As a Legal Assistant, you will work collaboratively with attorneys and account managers to prepare high-volume pleadings and correspondence. The role is hybrid, requiring some in-office work at the King of Prussia location and offering remote work opportunities after a probationary period.

Requirements

Ability to work as part of a team while maintaining professional working relationships with a diverse group of individuals.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A./B.S.) from an accredited university. In the absence of a Bachelor’s Degree 1-3 years of paralegal, secretarial, or customer service experience in collections and/or real estate law is required.
Constant attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials.
Dependable, with strong work ethic and personal integrity, with demonstrated skills of poise, diplomacy and tact to handle sensitive and confidential situations in a professional manner.
Must have excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to handle competing priorities with a sense of urgency.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and online research.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor and review files to determine appropriate course of action.
Prepare pleadings for attorney review and signature; conduct electronic and/or traditional filing.
Respond to property owner inquiries and negotiate payment terms over the telephone.
Prepare correspondence to property owners and/or third parties as assigned.
Research property ownership and/or courthouse records as necessary.
Answer courthouse personnel or property owner questions as assigned.