What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Weltmann Lighting LLC?
Position Purpose : Under general supervision, the Legal Assistant assists attorneys by performing legal work requiring basic knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology by performing the following duties.
Responsibilities / Duties / Functions / Tasks :
Receives inbound calls / emails and directs the requests to the appropriate person / internal department.
Contacts internal and / or external customers, attorneys and courts via mail, fax, telephone, or e-mail to provide or request needed documents, missing information, court costs and to provide status updates.
May prepare routine, department specific documents and correspondence.
Sets up and / or closes accounts according to established procedures.
Performs computer data entry to update account files.
Reviews files, mail, and standard legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
Contacts client, debtors, attorneys, and courts for further instructions, status updates, and additional information
and documentation.
Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets / collateral for attorney / client approval.
Processes and follows-up on post judgment executions.
Forwards accounts to out of town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney.
May take and process debtor payments.
Maintains current knowledge of general legal procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents,
office equipment, and software in general use in the legal community.
Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.
Additional duties as requested or required.
Minimum Requirements :
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
2 years relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Paralegal certificate a plus.
Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
Organized and detail oriented to meet deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products with the ability to type 45 words per minute.
Compensation and Benefits :
19.55 / hour
Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually 9 Company paid holidays
Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com / careers for more information.
Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc. Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
Free parking
Free onsite fitness center for all employees
Weltman / WWR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Excellence through Diversity!
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