Legal Assistant

Established in Amarillo, Texas in 1970, Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott LLP ("Perdue Brandon") is one of the oldest law firms providing collection services and related legal representation to government entities. Our clients include school districts, cities, counties, hospital districts, appraisal districts and other governmental entities. Perdue Brandon continues to grow and currently has 15 primary offices in Texas and multiple satellite locations in Texas, Oklahoma, and Florida servicing clients in seven states.

For more information on our Firm, please visit our website at www.pbfcm.com.

Position Responsibilities:

Support the legal department by

• Prepare Setting Notices, Judgments and Sales documents when required.
• Generate Dismissals, Non Suits and Release of Judgment when required.
• Track the litigation cost and send court cost letters when necessary.
• Maintain and update computer data bases. Maintain litigation documents in DocuWare.

Essential Skills and Experience 1-3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Data Entry experience with a focus on accuracy and speed, excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. General computer knowledge including, but not limited to the following: Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to establish priorities, work independently and as part of a team, and proceed with objectives without supervision. Strong verbal and written skills including the style and formatting of letters. Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems. Bilingual a plus.