Entry Level - Legal Assistant

  • Machol & Johannes, LLC/Almanac Technologies
  • Denver, CO, USA 80202
  • Sep 07, 2021
Full time Administrative Assistant

Job Description

OUR COMPANY
At Almanac Technologies / Machol   Johannes, we believe that culture is the difference-maker between good companies and great ones. We believe in inspiring with a people first culture and are determined to be recognized as a "Best Place to Work" company. Would you love to be part of a team dedicated to excellent results and a world-class culture?

At Almanac Technologies / Machol   Johannes, we know that you want:

A truly inclusive culture with DE I initiatives that are actually needle-movers and not simply box-checkers.

The ability to contribute and make a difference on the job, with leaders who listen and leverage your unique strengths

Interesting   challenging work with opportunities to learn, grow, and develop yourself both as a person   as a professional

Competitive pay   benefits that are brag worthy


If these strike a chord with you we may be your next move!

Almanac Technologies is a service provider to Machol   Johannes, LLC, a premier law firm with headquarters in Colorado, and offices in Wyoming, New Mexico, Washington, Oregon, Utah, and Idaho. We offer representation and customer service in the Collection, Bankruptcy, and Creditor rights arenas. We are two halves of one dream, built by the same family.



LEGAL ASSISTANT

The Legal Assistant is a key player in assisting the department to be successful and efficient. The Legal Assistant is responsible for assisting the attorneys and the firm by preparing motion for judgment, following up on orders, and other legal assistant duties pertaining to the position. This position will be trained in various data maintenance, document review, and similar support functions to assist the Litigation operations of the firm.



CORE FUNCTIONS

Prepare non-military affidavits based on client requirements

Review accounts for default judgment based on court and client requirements

Drafting motions for default judgment for Washington and other states inventory

Follow up on judgment orders from the courts including managing the JMT downloader for all processes

Assist with mailing projects from all states based on volume

Manage setting queues in collection database

Review statuses of accounts for upcoming court dates and motions for judgment

Manually e-file documents

Scan and prepare documents for electronic storage in case files

Collaborate directly with Satellite Team(s) as needed

Other duties as assigned




COMPENSATION   BENEFITS

$16-$18/hour depending on experience

13 front loaded PTO days in your first year, and grows with you!

6 paid federal holidays + 1 float holiday annually

Eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance plans

Company 401k program

FREE commuter pass for RTD

Personal   Professional development programs




SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday, general business hours

After training/probationary period: eligible to work partially remote due to COVID-19
2 days in office, 2-3 days remote




After training/probationary period: eligible to work Compressed Work Week
4 days x 10 hours or

4 days x 9 hours with 1 day x 4 hours







IDEAL CANDIDATE

Ability to meet deadlines and perform tasks in a high-stress environment

Able to adjust quickly to varying priorities and maintains a positive attitude during change

Maintains a high degree of attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment.

Supports a culture of accountability, ownership, and honesty

Displays a desire to learn and is coachable; takes feedback well from a variety of sources

Exhibits exceptional verbal and written communication skills and customer service provision

Receive, sort, and distribute mail, faxes, and online contacts on a daily basis




KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Formal Training, or Certificates:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Associates degree or above preferred but not required




Experience:

Previous experience in a customer service or administrative position preferred

Previous experience in high volume data entry preferred

Previous experience processing incoming and outgoing mail

Previous experience in the legal industry preferred

Previous experience in the collections industry preferred.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines

Capable of good decision making based on knowledge of the work flow

Organized with an extremely high attention to detail

Must complete assignments with minimal errors

Excellent troubleshooting and business-to-business communication

Must be self -motivated and reliable

Functioning knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Types 50 words per minute or more


Working Environment:

Majority of this position will be in a professional office environment

Sitting 80%, Standing/Walking 20%

Will type, write, use finger dexterity, talk, hear, and see (up close and moderate distances) as a normal part of job duties

Will occasionally need to lift up to 50 lbs.




LOCATION: Downtown Denver, Colorado




For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.



https://www.applicantpro.com/j/1963921-334497

Salary

$16-$18 - Hourly