Legal Assistant

Aldridge Pite, LLP is a multi-state law firm that focuses heavily on the utilization of technology to create work flow synergies with its clients and business partners.

Aldridge Pite is a full-service provider of legal services to depository and non-depository financial institutions including banks, credit unions, mortgage servicing concerns, institutional investors, private firms, and other commercial clients.

Aldridge Pite is dedicated to providing best-in-class representation across all of its Practice Areas through its unwavering subscription to three fundamental tenets : Partnership, Integrity, and Innovation.

Purpose

Aldridge Pite, LLP has an immediate need for a remote Legal Assistant. A Legal Assistant provides a range of legal support and administration to lawyers and other legal professionals engaged in the firm’s practice of representing financial institutions in bankruptcy, foreclosure, residential real estate or mortgage law.

A Legal Assistant position is not exempt from overtime laws.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Assisting attorneys in the representation of clients in judicial foreclosure proceedings including, but not limited to, the following duties :

• Process the work load or tasks of the assigned states according to Aldridge Pite procedures, internal goals and client / insurer / investor requirements.
• Handle collateral document oversight for the west coast teams
• Draft Bailee letters and other legal documents as required
• Prepare correspondence as needed
• Process third party systems tasks and messages
• Provide timely responses / updates to clients
• Communicate with courts, title vendors and other third parties as needed
• Handle service and firm transfer tasks
• Handle reinstatement or closing of cases and ensure billing is done in a timely manner
• Handle QC tasks to ensure the team’s compliance to Legal, Regulatory, Investor and client requirements and scorecard metrics
• Coordinate and prepare files for client audits
• Maintain team reference matrices with state, court, client rules
• Handle additional tasks or projects as needed in support of the foreclosure teams

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• At least 2 year’s experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal
• Judicial foreclosure experience highly preferred
• Prefer knowledge of multi-state legal and / or foreclosure processes.

General Competencies

• Thorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques and legal terminology.
• In depth knowledge of government regulations.
• Relevant computer knowledge and experience.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent research, analytical, critical thinking skills.
• Must possess excellent ability to communicate with all clients, vendors, internal departments (via client systems, email, and phone)
• Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
• Proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office products
• Overall positive attitude and willingness to adapt to change
• Must possess good organizational skills
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
• Must be effective in conflict, stress, and performance management
• Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
• Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
• Demonstrates commitment to Firm’s vision, mission, and core values.
• Processes work in compliance with Client requirements as well as SOPs and Operations Matrices.
• Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
• Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
• Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
• Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.

In addition to remote work for most positions, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including :

• Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)
• Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees
• Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors
• Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24 / 7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing
• Wellness programs and employee discounts
• Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth
• And so much more!
7 days ago