Litigation Assistant

Scott & Associates, PC • Montgomery, AL

4d • $17 - $19

About The Position

Scott & Associates, PC is a well-established, multi-state legal recoveries firm founded in 2000 that provides debt recovery and legal solutions for financial institutions nationwide. The firm is seeking a motivated Litigation Assistant for its Montgomery, Alabama-based team.

The Litigation Assistant works under the direction of the Litigation or Remote Office Manager to assist with the management and supervision of jurisdictional inventory. The role supports docket management and case progression through legal document preparation, court submissions, communications with courts and other parties, judgment tracking, and case-management data entry.

Requirements

• At least two years of relevant experience working in a legal office, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to work with databases and online technological platforms.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment, including a copy machine, fax machine, printer, scanner, and computer.
• Knowledge of legal principles and terminology.
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented, diligent, and flexible.
• Ability to handle conflicting time demands and complete tasks with little direction or supervisory follow-up.
• Proficient command of English, both oral and written.
• Ability to work patiently with individuals of diverse ethnic backgrounds and professional competencies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality professionally.

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal certification, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with docket management.
• Prepare, review, and assemble legal documents.
• Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, and enforcement officers to obtain status updates and ensure cases progress as expected.
• Submit lawsuits to the court for processing.
• Generate and track judgment documents sent to courts for entry.
• Manage and resolve judgments rejected by the courts.
• Communicate with the legal operations department regarding issues with media, affidavits, and verified pleading procurement.
• Track and receive affidavits and/or verified pleadings with associated media for contested litigation matters.
• Prepare satisfactions of judgment, dismissal documents, and lien releases.
• Assist with attorney substitution and/or attorney-of-record processes.
• Enter and post all data into the firm’s case management system.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, available on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Dental insurance, available on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Vision insurance, available on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Company-paid life insurance, available on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) with employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed