Legal Assistant Auditor

Responsibilities

• Conducts research including case history, asset location, and skip tracing.
• Reviews files and legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
• Reviews legal documents to ensure accuracy.
• Covers trial appearances between client and network attorneys.
• Completes or assists in completing interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
• Contacts clients, attorneys, and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation.
• Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval.
• Serves as liaison between client and network attorneys.
• Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc.
• Aids and trains other department staff, as required.
• Reviews, notates, and distributes mail and incoming work to appropriate parties.
• Performs data entry to update notes on account.
• Maintains current knowledge of general ledger procedures, deadlines, and procedures for appropriate documents.
• Conducts audits on network attorneys for compliance, ensuring work standards are met.
• Analyzes YGC reporting from network attorneys to ensure accuracy and timeliness of updates.
• Completes all required training applicable to this position.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: An associate’s degree in paralegal studies or a paralegal certificate from a regionally or nationally accredited program, or one approved by the American Bar Association.
• Relevant Experience: A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a legal environment.
• Core Legal Knowledge: Intermediate knowledge of relevant laws, legal/court procedures, and legal terminology is required.
• Administrative Skills: Strong proficiency in office practices, procedures, computer operations, and word processing software.
• Research & Data Management: Proven ability to conduct internet research and maintain data using Excel.

Compensation And Benefits

• The expected compensation is $25.14 -$31.15/hour depending upon experience.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more.
• You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
• Hybrid potential after training.
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm.
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
• Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives.
• Onsite "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available.
• Free parking.
• Free onsite fitness center for all employees.

Physical And Mental Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee will experience low to moderate noise levels and moderate interruptions.
• The workspace is well-lit and climate controlled.