Debt Recovery Paralegal

Debt Recovery Paralegal

Seeking a Debt Recovery Paralegal with 3+ years of experience to join their team supporting community association collections, including court filings, discovery, client communication, and recovery matters.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Open and manage collection files, request documents, prepare correspondence, and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Handle e-filing, calendars, hearing/trial scheduling, service of process, payments, and database updates.
• Draft motions, petitions, proposed orders, discovery documents, and responses under attorney supervision.
• Review account ledgers, calculate payoff amounts, respond to client/court/debtor inquiries, and conduct legal research.
• Assist attorneys with hearings, trials, discovery, and trial preparation while maintaining timely, professional client and court communication.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Paralegal Certificate or Degree preferred.
• 3+ years of paralegal or legal assistant experience in a law firm.
• 2+ years of experience or exposure to debt collection and FDCPA practices.
• Strong written/verbal communication, attention to detail, organization, initiative, and client-service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; case management software experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, and HSA.
• Short- and long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and profit-sharing plan.
• Annual performance-based bonus eligibility; regular attendance and ability to work at a computer for extended periods required.