Commercial Legal Assistant

Gurstel Law Firm P.C. is a multi-state litigation law firm representing creditors in all aspects of the legal collection process, with offices in Arizona, California, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, Utah, and Wisconsin.

About the role

As a Commercial Legal Assistant, you will perform a variety of complex legal tasks and legal support staff functions in all states where the firm operates. The role requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to multitask while prioritizing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare files; review, draft, file, and serve legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Follow, create, and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrate the firm’s core values in interactions with co-workers, attorneys, clients, courts, and consumers.
• Perform scanning, photocopying, collating, and faxing tasks.
• Handle legal data entry and client inquiries.
• Extract information from the firm’s software to create reports or summaries for managing attorneys or the Director of the Department.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Legal field certificate or 2-year degree (experience may be substituted for education).
• Background in civil litigation required; background in Creditors Rights Laws preferred.
• 50+ WPM typing skills.
• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, lift, or carry up to 20 pounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite: Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Self-starter with motivation and ability to juggle multiple projects.

Travel

This position requires up to 5% travel, excluding local commute.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Long-Term Care insurance.
• Pet Insurance.
• 401k and Profit Sharing.
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.

Culture

At Gurstel, we operate on our Core Values of Doing Right, Achieving Results, and Maintaining our Integrity. We champion diversity and foster a fast-paced, enthusiastic environment where success is celebrated. The firm values individuals who share these principles and are driven to exceed expectations while thinking outside the box.