Temporary Legal Assistant

Aldridge Pite, LLP

10d•Remote

About The Position

Aldridge Pite, LLP is a multi-state law firm that focuses heavily on the utilization of technology to create work flow synergies with its clients and business partners. Aldridge Pite is a full-service provider of legal services to depository and non-depository financial institutions including banks, credit unions, mortgage servicing concerns, institutional investors, private firms, and other commercial clients. Aldridge Pite is dedicated to providing best-in-class representation across all of its Practice Areas through its unwavering subscription to three fundamental tenets: Partnership, Integrity, and Innovation. Purpose A Temporary legal assistant provides a range of legal support and administration to lawyers and other legal professionals engaged in the firm’s practice of representing financial institutions in bankruptcy, foreclosure, residential real estate or mortgage law. A legal assistant position is not exempt from overtime laws.

Requirements

High School Diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred
At least 2 years’ experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal
Judicial foreclosure experience highly preferred
Thorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques and legal terminology.
In depth knowledge of government regulations.
Relevant computer knowledge and experience.
Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
Excellent planning and organizing skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent research, analytical, critical thinking skills.
Must possess excellent ability to communicate with all clients, vendors, internal departments (via client systems, email, and phone)
Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
Proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office products
Overall positive attitude and willingness to adapt to change
Must possess good organizational skills
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
Must be a team player and willing to help others in Judicial foreclosure Department whenever necessary
Must be effective in conflict, stress, and performance management
Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
Demonstrates commitment to Firm’s vision, mission, and core values.
Processes work in compliance with Client requirements as well as SOPs and Operations Matrices.
Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate a plus but not required. Prefer knowledge of multi-state process of service in a judicial environment.

Responsibilities

Assisting attorneys in the representation of clients in judicial foreclosure proceedings including, but not limited to, the following duties:
Process the complaint work load of the assigned states according to Aldridge Pite procedures, internal goals and client/insurer/investor requirements.
Draft legal documents including pleadings, briefs, motions and agreements.
Electronically file pleadings within strict deadlines and manage/organize high volume incoming electronically filed pleadings
Prepare correspondence.
Proof legal forms and documents for accuracy.
Organize and track case files.
Provide timely responses/updates to clients
Communicate with courts, title vendors and other third parties
Monitor and handle complaint related tasks for the judicial foreclosure caseload assigned
Ensure that billing is completed in a timely manner at all billable events and milestones
Handle other projects or tasks assigned

Benefits

Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans
Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage
401K Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)
Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees
Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors
Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing
Wellness programs and employee discounts
Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth
And so much more!