Paralegal
Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Description: Realty In Motion and its affiliated companies is at present looking to employ Paralegal right now, this job will be reside in Alaska. More complete informations about this job opportunity please read the description below. RCO Legal â€" Alaska, Inc. is currently recruiting for a Litigation Paralegal or highly experienced Legal Secretary for our Anchorage office.
RCO focuses in representation of fina! ncial institutions, substantial investors, title insurers, housing authorities and select businesses in all matters related to licensing, servicing, mortgage banking, consumer finance, special credits, title insurance, real estate finance, and the enforcement of mortgage loans including foreclosures, evictions, and creditor representation in bankruptcy filings.
Position Summary: Responsible for supporting two to three Attorneys in active litigation, commercial, collection, foreclosure, eviction, and bankruptcy practice areas.
Essential Job Functions: Assist in the initial drafting of routine motions. Review Motions and Pleadings for accuracy that are drafted by the attorney with a keen eye for proof reading and grammar. Learn, interpret, and apply client expectations and maintain client relationships. Process incoming mail for calendaring and manage attorney calendars. Oversight and responsibility for a high volume of electronic files, commun! icate with attorneys, clients, third parties, and the Court. R! esponsibilities also include preparing correspondence, reviewing local rules and statutes, retrieving documents, and communication with internal and external clients.
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Law firm experience a must, with a strong preference for five years or more in assisting in litigation. Familiarity in working with multiple attorneys. Previous industry experience in foreclosure, bankruptcy and real estate law preferred. Paralegal certification preferred.
Skills: Excellent customer service and the ability to self-direct. Ability to work with high volumes while meeting deadlines. Basic drafting of pleadings and discovery requests/responses, arranging depositions and calendaring. Ability to work well under pressure. Ability to maintain records accurately, and prepare reports. Ability to resolve problems quickly and effectively determine appropriate courses of action. Ability to manage time and workload with! regular interruptions. Must be flexible and have well developed interpersonal skills. Must be highly organized and self- motivated. Ability to juggle multiple tasks.
Computer Skills: High level of proficiency with computers and technology. Experience in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). Ability to learn new technologies quickly, including case management software. Fast typist. E-filing and Alaska court filing experience required.
This is a full time position. We offer excellent health benefits, a 401K with match and generous paid time off policies. Salary commensurate with experience.
We are particularly proud of the long tenure of many of our employees, indicating RCO Legal â€" Alaska, Inc. is not just a great place to do business, but a great place to work as well. Only candidates currently living in Alaska will be considered.
- Must be comfortable with friendly office pets, both cats and! dogs.
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If you were eligible to this job, p! lease deliver us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Realty In Motion and its affiliated companies.
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This job will be opened on: Wed, 17 Apr 2013 06:11:00 GMT