Legal Assistant

About the role

As a Legal Assistant at McCarthy & Holthus, LLP, you will work directly with experienced attorneys, providing essential support in handling replevin cases. Your responsibilities will include drafting and filing court pleadings, assisting with discovery, managing case documentation, communicating with Clients, Borrowers, and various third parties. This role is ideal for skilled legal assistants eager to advance their careers in a dynamic and impactful legal setting.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with attorneys and your team members on replevin cases, ensuring effective case management and seamless teamwork.
• Prepare, file, and manage critical court documents with accuracy and facilitate clear communication among the team.
• Schedule and oversee hearings, maintain precise calendaring and deadlines to ensure smooth case progress.
• Efficiently order and organize essential case records, contributing to strategic problem-solving and discussions.
• Maintain meticulous calendars and deadlines, ensuring the litigation process runs smoothly.
• Keep clients informed and engaged with timely updates on their case status.
• Update our internal case management system as well as external Client case management systems such as CounselLink, Loansphere, etc.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant, with a focus on replevin or related fields. Experience with secured mortgage lenders/servicers is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Knowledge of filing systems such as OneLegal, Odyssey, Proof, etc.
• A proactive self-starter who excels in an independent role and takes initiative.
• Solid understanding of court rules and procedures, both state and federal, with confidence in navigating the legal landscape.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and excels in a collaborative team setting.
• Skilled in filing documents in state and federal courts.

Work Schedule

This is a 100% office position requiring your physical presence Monday through Friday, with business hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Hybrid work eligibility may be available following the completion of training and management approval.

Salary

The salary for this position typically ranges from $18-$20/hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and other factors. Please note that the final offer may differ based on the candidate's specific qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as internal equity and business needs.

Benefits

• Work/life balance with a robust wellness program, PTO, remote work, and flexible schedules (when available).
• Full-time employees become eligible for benefits following a 30-day waiting period, with benefit offerings that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD.
• Parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers.
• Voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances.
• 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match.
• Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Work Environment

A corporate office environment with a professional setting, characterized by a quiet to moderate noise level. Employees may work in individual or shared workspaces, with standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and telephones. Occasional meetings, collaborative discussions, and business activities may contribute to variations in noise levels.