Legal Assistant

TROMBERG MILLER MORRIS & PARTNERS PLLC•Richmond, VA

1d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This Legal Assistant role is within Legal Operations and Administration at a fast-growing law firm in Virginia. The position supports the design and day-to-day operation of a high-compliance, efficient law firm and focuses on foreclosure processing from referral through sale. The Legal Assistant will work in the Virginia office and collaborate with the internal legal department on file-level strategies, while helping improve systems and processes. Extensive experience with the Virginia foreclosure process is required.

Requirements

Extensive experience with the Virginia foreclosure process.
Willingness to work in the Virginia office.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Internet, and Outlook.
Excellent customer service and written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and understand deadlines.
Responsible, reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CaseAware and vendor platforms such as BKFS, SSE, and Tempo.
Previous foreclosure experience.

Responsibilities

Review and set up files, and work with the internal legal department on file-level strategies.
Prepare suit documents, including sworn affidavits, court motions, and publication packages.
Review and set calendars and hearings, including court dates and mediation for local, federal, and bankruptcy courts.
Communicate with clients and update systems.
Review court dockets, including PACER dockets.
Handle uncontested matters and foreclosure fee requests.
Maintain bankruptcy case records.
Monitor service of process to ensure service is effectuated on time.
Prepare motions, proofs of claim (POCs), affidavits, and notices.
Prepare certified mailing packages in accordance with court guidelines.
Follow up with clerks regarding case status, pending orders, and cancellation of sales.
Process appeals conversions, case transfers, and other issues.
Help manage day-to-day operations and improve systems and processes.