What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Dean Morris, LLC?
Dean Morris, LLC is currently looking for a Legal Assistant. The Legal Assistant will assist and provide a range of legal support and administration to the managing attorney in the Mississippi office and act as a liaison to other staff in our Louisiana office. Our firm’s practice consists of representing financial institutions and servicers in bankruptcy, foreclosure, residential real estate and mortgage law. A precise attention to detail, the ability to work under strict deadlines, and the capacity to prioritize multiple responsibilities are required for this position. Environment is faced paced with an emphasis on individual performance and team-oriented goals.
Specific Duties, Activities, Responsibilities
- Assisting the managing attorney in the representation of clients in judicial foreclosure proceedings and various litigation proceedings.
- Organize and track case files assigned.
- Check and track service of process on all cases assigned.
- Schedule hearings and keep the master hearing calendar.
- Draft legal documents including pleadings and motions for various stages of the judicial foreclosure process.
- Prepare correspondence.
- Proof legal forms and documents for accuracy.
- Communicate with clients verbally or via third party systems.
- Organize, analyze and cross-check/validate information.
- Ensure timely and accurate billing of work completed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of (2) years as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
- Paralegal certificate a plus but not required.
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred.
General Competencies
- 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20