Paralegal Assistant

Jacob Law Group•Oxford, MS

20h

About The Position

The Paralegal Assistant provides administrative and legal support to the company’s collections and legal recovery operations. The role assists with preparing, reviewing, processing, and tracking legal documents related to delinquent accounts and the legal collection process. The Paralegal Assistant works closely with attorneys, law firms, courts, collection representatives, and internal departments to ensure accounts are properly prepared and submitted for legal action. The position involves reviewing account documentation, preparing legal referral packages, monitoring court filings, tracking case progress, and maintaining accurate legal records. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, dependable, able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively, handles confidential information appropriately, and understands legal documentation and procedures.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Dependability and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Understanding of legal documentation and procedures.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and legal support for the company’s collections and legal recovery processes.
Assist with preparing legal documents, including affidavits, pleadings, judgments, and other documents as directed by authorized legal personnel.
Submit and coordinate legal documentation with attorneys, law firms, and courts as required.
Communicate with law firms and attorneys regarding account status, missing documentation, court filings, and pending legal matters.
Follow up on outstanding legal requests to support timely processing and resolution.
Maintain accurate records of legal filings, court dates, judgments, and other important case developments.
Assist with obtaining and reviewing judgments and ensure documentation is properly received and recorded.
Assist with preparing documentation for post-judgment collection efforts, including garnishment requests and supporting account records.
Maintain organized electronic and physical legal files.
Ensure legal documents are properly stored, accessible, and maintained according to company procedures.
Identify missing information, documentation discrepancies, and account issues that could delay legal processing.
Protect confidential customer and legal information.