Litigation Paralegal (in office Grand Rapids)

Job Description

Job Description

Stenger and Stenger, P.C, is a growing, prominent law firm that specializes in retail consumer debt collections. As part of our exciting growth plan, we are adding to our Legal Team in Grand Rapids!

We are looking for a paralegal to join our growing law firm. A Paralegal is an integral part of the team and responsible for assisting and supporting their state attorneys in his/her duties by performing paralegal and administrative duties. Team members frequently communicate and collaborate with other legal team members including attorneys, county clerks, judges, and consumer’s places of employment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prompt response and execution of instruction from state attorney, direct supervisor, secondary supervisor, Collections Manager, Client Relations Manager, Director of Compliance, Director of Operations, and/or President.
• Assist state attorney/paralegal supervisor in the maintenance of account files.
• Assist state attorney in drafting documents and legal pleadings.
• Assist state attorney/paralegal supervisor in file maintenance by updating the case files with court/vendor information.
• Review drafted correspondences/pleadings, assemble documentation, redact and assemble case exhibits.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field. Law or Legal studies preferred.
• Two (2) years’ experience working in a professional office setting.
• Compensation will be based on skills, abilities and knowledge.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office

Why Stenger & Stenger:

Stenger & Stenger is celebrating over 30 years as one of the most enduring, successful firms in the collections field. We’re a firm committed to providing the highest quality legal representation for clients in 10 different states. We employ over 200 people in different positions such as Legal Assistants, Paralegals, Collectors, and Skip Tracers. Our careers offer unlimited opportunities to practice with a purpose with career advancement opportunities.

Stenger & Stenger is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity, and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.