Legal Assistant

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY!!!!

AN AMAZING OPPORTUNITY WITH FUTURE CAREER GROWTH POTENTIAL AT A FAST GROWING LAW FIRM IN VIRGINIA.

Must have extensive VIRGINIA foreclosure process experience and be willing to work in the VIRGINIA office!

Position within Legal Operations and Administration that plays a key role with the design of a “best in class” law firm with the highest levels of compliance, efficiency and achievement of both internal and external goals. Responsible for day to day operations of foreclosure processing for all functions from referral to sale. Assist with building and managing the day-to-day operations along with a heavy focus on improving systems, process.

Skills Include:

• File review and set up and work closely with internal legal department on file level strategies
• Suit Document Preparation including but not limited to; Sworn Affidavits, Motions to court, Publication packages
• Calendar/Hearing Review/Setting Court Dates and Mediation - local and Federal including Bankruptcy court
• Client communication and system updates
• Court Docket Review
• Uncontested and Foreclosure Fee Requests
• Maintain bankruptcy case records
• Aacer/Pacer docket review
• Monitor Process of Service to ensure service effectuated timely
• Prepare motions, POC’s Affidavits and Notices
• Prepare Certified Mailing packages according to the courts guidelines
• Follow up with Clerks for case status, pending orders and canceling sale
• Process appeals conversions, case transfers and other issues

Requirements:

• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Internet and Outlook
• Excellent customer service, written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills with ability to prioritize and understand deadlines
• Must be responsible, reliable, detail oriented and capable of working in a team environment.
• A plus to have experience with CaseAware and vendor platforms such as BKFS, SSE and Tempo
• Previous Foreclosure experience preferred