What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Riley Pope & Laney, LLC?
Firm Description:
Riley Pope & Laney, LLC is a well-established and respected law firm based in Columbia, SC with additional offices in Lexington, SC and Matthews, NC. Our firm has earned the highest rating from Martindale Hubbell (AV rating) by delivering superior legal services to our clients. We work with national and regional financial institutions handling default servicing matters including litigation, bankruptcy, loss mitigation/workouts, real estate title curative, REO closings, and evictions in South Carolina and North Carolina.
Job Description:
Riley, Pope and Laney is currently seeking a legal assistant to fill a full-time, on-site position in our Columbia, South Carolina office. The legal assistant will be responsible for a wide range of tasks to support the paralegals and attorneys. The ideal candidate will be a team player, detail oriented, organized, flexible, self-motivated and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. The position requires a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn client websites and Case Management Software.
Duties include, but not limited to:
· Updating client websites
· Maintaining files (hard copies and digital)
· Preparation of pleadings and other necessary documents for attorney review
· Submitting documents for e-filing and e-recording
· Sending requests to process servers and following up for completion of service
· Maintaining all forms of correspondence from clients, courts and defendants
Requirements:
· High school diploma
· Paralegal certificate preferred or experience in a law firm
Please apply here or send your resume to careers@rplfirm.com to become a part of our team.
