What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Clerk position at Puget Sound Collections?
Job Description – Legal Clerk
Join an established collection agency as a full-time Legal Clerk. This position is responsible for assisting in all facets of the legal department. The position is in the employer’s Tacoma headquarters office.
Responsibilities
- Prepare & file motions and pleadings
- Logging proof of service of legal documents
- Processing outgoing mail & correspondences
- Proofing legal documents
- Pulling and filing legal files
- Filing and e-filing with various county courts
- Processing of assigned tasks by supervisor
- Data entry and processing of records
- Telephone communication with Courts and other parties
- Significant amounts of copying, filing, and scanning
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications and Requirements
- 1-2 years’ experience in a legal office setting
- Previous debt collection or accounts receivable experience a plus, but not required
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and Adobe
- Computer literate
- Ability to type 40 wpm, with few to no errors
- Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines
- Strong organizational skills
- Detail oriented with strong proof-reading skills
- Ability to problem solve, multi-task, and prioritize
- Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Familiar with standard concepts and procedures within an office environment
- Familiar with standard litigation procedures
- High school diploma with 1-2 years of work experience in an office setting
- Valid Driver’s License
Working Conditions
- Office hours; Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- All prospective employees must pass a background check
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) program
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after completion of introductory period, 3 weeks annually
- Employer provided garage parking
This position is in the employer’s Tacoma, WA HQ. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. All prospective employees must pass a comprehensive background check. Interested candidates may visit our website at www.pugetsoundcollections.comfor additional information.
P.S.C., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 800-922-8932.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $21