Responsibilities
- Receive and complete intake for new litigation cases.
- Review legal documents for important information.
- Compile client financial and hardship information from vendors.
- Update shared calendar to include important filing deadlines and hearings.
- Notify network attorneys of new litigation cases and provide relevant information/documents.
- Confirm attorney coverage for hearings through network attorneys or coverage booking services.
- Submit responsive pleadings to courthouse for filing before deadlines.
- Provide case and settlement updates to vendors and clients.
- Monitor online case dockets and incoming communications for hearing notices.
Requirements
- 2+ Litigation paralegal experience.
- Excellent communication and organization abilities.
- Industry recognized certification from organizations such as ABA, NALA or AACP.
- Experience in using legal database software (NEOS and West Law preferred).
- Familiarity with legal terminology and principles.