Legal Assistant for Collections Department
Kass Shuler, P.A.
1505 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
$32,000 - $40,000 a year - Full-time
Job details
Salary
$32,000 - $40,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
1
Qualifications
• • High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Full Job Description COLLECTIONS ASSISTANT
The collection assistant will perform clerical and administrative duties in support of a high volume collections practice of law firm. Responsibilities include preparing and processing pleadings, legal documents and correspondence using merge forms; handling assigned tasks by reviewing and working files from assigned queues; processing incoming and outgoing mail; and preparing and filing documents with the court.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
DOCUMENT PRODUCTION AND PROCESSING
• Prepare pleadings, legal documents and correspondence using merge forms
• Continuously monitor department e-mail inbox and code e-mails according to preset categories
• Process incoming mail received electronically and/or by hard copy and x-code for proper queue and follow-up
• Process outgoing mail and e-file documents with the Court
FILE MANAGEMENT
• Enter notes in database of all record activities
• Complete tasks assigned via various queues within timelines set by the attorney and supervisor
• Prioritizes work appropriately based on needs of attorney and case deadlines
COMMUNICATION
• Communicate with attorney and supervisor regarding case files and workload; keep attorney informed of all important matters and deadlines
• Communicate with clients, court clerks, opposing counsel, judicial assistants, etc. by e- mail, telephone, or correspondence
EDUCATION
• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum 1 year of legal experience, collections experience preferred but not required.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Medical, dental, vision, 401K
• Voluntary benefits i.e. accident, critical illness, STD
• Wellness Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid time off/holiday pay
• Centrally located
• Flexible schedules
• Stability with an industry leader and long-established firm
• Casual work environment
• Great co-workers and friendly work environment
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location:
• One location
Work Remotely:
• No
Work Location: One location