Legal Assistant

Brock & Scott • Wilmington, NC

24d

About The Position

Brock & Scott, PLLC is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegal/managers with the day-to-day operations of its foreclosure practice. The role provides administrative and legal support, helps maintain accurate case information and documentation, and assists with 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 the opportunity to build a career in a professional and collaborative legal environment while gaining experience in the mortgage default and foreclosure industry. The firm values teamwork, accountability, effective communication, and high-quality client service. 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 successfully completing required pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include criminal background, conflict of interest, employment and education verification as applicable, and drug screening. Drug testing occurs only after a conditional offer and in accordance with applicable laws. Compensation is $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on applicable experience and other relevant factors; the stated amount is not guaranteed and offers may vary according to 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 learning and using computer programs, web-based systems, and other technology.
• Adaptability to changes in policies and procedures, and comfort with independent thinking and problem-solving.
• Applicants 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.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include background, conflict of interest, employment and education verification as applicable, and drug screening.

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.
• Prepare, review, organize, and maintain 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 insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Voluntary vision insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Basic life insurance after the 90-day introductory period, equal to one times annual salary, with a $25,000 minimum and $200,000 maximum, at no cost.
• Paid holidays: six firm-recognized holidays and one Day of Observance.
• 12 days of PTO per year, accruing monthly and credited on the 15th; PTO increases after two years and again after five years of employment.
• 401(k) plan 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