Legal Assistant – Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co. – Grove City, OH

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists attorney with management of routine case files

Prepares non-complex pleadings, documents, correspondence, and affidavits

Conducts basic research such as title searches, estate checks, asset location and skip tracing

Reviews files, mail, and standard legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records

Contacts client, debtors, attorneys, and courts for further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation

Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval

Processes and follows-up on post judgment executions

Confirms the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action

Files pleadings and documents with court clerk, as directed

Monitors hearing docket and schedules attorney coverage, as needed

Forwards accounts to out of town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney

Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc.

Reviews,notates, and distributes mail and incoming work to appropriate parties

Performs data entry to update notes on account

May take and process debtor payments

Maintains current knowledge of general legal procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents, office equipment, and software in general use in the legal community

Complete all required training applicable to assigned position

Additional duties as requested or required

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday from 8am -4:45pm

BENEFITS:
Paid Time Off (PTO) – 16 days annually + 8 Company paid holidays

Competitive benefits — Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance after 30 days and 401(k)

Promotional opportunities from within the firm

Employee Perks Available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.

On site “Bistro To Go” vending and fresh foods available

Free parking

You can apply online at www.weltman.com or send resumes to: [email protected] !

WWR is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

2 years relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Paralegal certificate a plus.

Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.

Organized and detail oriented to meet deadlines.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products with the ability to type 45 words per minute.

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