What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant - Foreclosure position at Mackie Wolf Zientz Mann Career Center?
TITLE: Legal Assistant CLASSIFICATION: FT / Regular / Hourly / Non-Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Foreclosure LOCATION: Little Rock, AR
REPORTS TO: Judicial Foreclosure Manager
WORK LOCATION and HOURS: LITTLE ROCK, AR, Monday – Friday, 8: 00 AM to 5:00 PM
Due to the nature and responsibilities of this position it is imperative that the individual in this position be available to work during the firm’s office hours. The individual schedule will be determined by the department manager based on business needs. Reliability is critical.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
Primary responsibilities include: Draft legal documents utilized in judicial court actions; File legal pleadings with the Court; Assist attorneys with service of process of legal pleadings; Correspond with debtors and firm clients through telephone and written communication; Respond to client inquiries and provide information to clients regarding the judicial process; Accurate and timely entry of data in the firm’s case management system; Access client websites to request documents, upload documents and update the client’s website with accurate information regarding case status and timeline.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Answer inquiries via telephone or email, responding in a timely, accurate and professional manner.
2. Provide timely and accurate responses to client inquiries.
3. Ensure all required information is properly entered into the firm’s case management system and client websites in a timely and efficient manner.
4. Draft correspondence and pleadings used in the judicial foreclosure; Ensure accuracy of the information contained in the legal documents.
5. Identify and request from the client any missing documents and/or data needed for the judicial action.
6. Performs all other duties as requested.