Paralegal Legal Admin Assistant

Description

A growing property management company is looking for a legal admin/paralegal to join our team! This position requires a self-starter, strong organizational skills and good knowledge in legal matters and procedures. We are looking for someone that enjoys the responsibility, can take the initiative, appear on the company’s behalf to small claims and eviction court cases, prepare all case documents and coordinating with outside counsel.

• Reviewing Legal Letters Received and speaking with residents/attorney – coordinating work with company's counsel
• Drafting legal notices, violation letters, ect
• Corresponding with residents and team members when legal issues are involved or when other difficult situations arise
• Reviewing Leases and legal notices
• Monitoring websites for new laws and regulations
• Managing and coordinating with outside counsel
• Working with on-site staff to collect relevant information, documents, timelines, etc. to prepare case documents
• Communicating with attorneys/adjusters for updates, resolutions, etc.
• Reviewing interrogatories, production of documents and other legal documents for accuracy
• Preparing and appearing on Small Claims cases

Requirements

· High School Diploma - or the equivalent (GED)

· Minimum 1 year of paralegal experience

· Must have initiative and be capable of independent thought and action, with good problem solving skills and ability to function effectively in a fast paced environment

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

· Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

· Working knowledge of PC operations, including spreadsheet and database management and ad-hoc reporting

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with staff at all levels of the organization

* Commitment to accurate and high-quality work.

Able to work both independently and as part of a team