Paralegal I

Remote Work from Home!

Job Description

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 is seeking an Eviction Paralegal to support attorneys and the Eviction Team in managing eviction matters involving foreclosed properties. The Eviction Paralegal will be responsible for coordinating cases from initiation through resolution, preparing and filing court documents, monitoring court proceedings and deadlines, communicating with courts and sheriff's offices, and maintaining accurate case records. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple cases simultaneously, and able to communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, court personnel, sheriff's offices, and other parties.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive paralegal support to one or more eviction attorneys and the Eviction Team.
• Draft pleadings, motions, notices, correspondence, and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Prepare documents for filing with courts and ensure filings are completed accurately and timely. Coordinate court filing requirements, including requesting checks and processing filing fees.
• Monitor court dockets, case statuses, deadlines, hearings, and other important case events.
• Schedule and coordinate court appearances and hearings.
• Prepare, serve, and monitor the status of legal notices.
• Review incoming mail, court documents, notices, and other communications and promptly coordinate appropriate action with the assigned attorney.
• Communicate regularly with court clerks, sheriff's offices, attorneys, clients, defendants, and other involved parties.
• Respond professionally to incoming telephone calls and emails concerning eviction and litigation matters.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in the firm's case management and client systems.
• Ensure case files and electronic records are organized, complete, and properly documented.
• Verify property addresses and other case information using foreclosure and related documents.
• Track multiple cases simultaneously and prioritize assignments based on deadlines, court requirements, and attorney direction.
• Follow established procedures and workflows to ensure cases progress efficiently toward resolution.
• Conduct legal and procedural research as needed to support eviction matters.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Provide paralegal support to attorneys and the Eviction Team.
• High school diploma required.
• Previous legal, paralegal, foreclosure, eviction, or related experience preferred; however, relevant experience is not required.
• Relevant computer knowledge and experience.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Effective planning and organizing skills; attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

General Competencies:

• Professional and effective communication with attorneys, clients, courts, and sheriff's offices.
• Ability to respond professionally and courteously to questions and concerns.
• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, hearings, and priorities effectively.
• Ability to gather information, identify relevant details, and apply sound judgment.
• Proficient in software tools including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, and the internet. Experience utilizing case management systems is highly preferred.

BENEFITS :

• Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• 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!

Aldridge Pite, LLP is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.