Collections Paralegal

The Collections Paralegal’s primary purpose is to provide litigation support for the Department’s attorneys.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist attorney with pre-litigation legal collections, including drafting collection letters, dispute investigation, and responding to consumer complaints 
• Prepare and file legal documents with the Courts (such as complaints, responsive pleadings, motions, etc.) 
• Manage service of process function 
• Manage the department’s outside legal placements 
• Provide support for post-judgment asset search and levy, securing writs and levies, judgment renewals, calculating costs and interest, and payments 
• Assist with maintaining the Legal Department’s Litigation calendar 
• Answer the Legal Department phone and process legal mail 
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees 
• Ability to meet department attendance requirements 
• Ability to work effectively under departmental pressure/stress situations 

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Basic knowledge of and familiarity with relevant laws and regulations applicable to the Company and legal department functions 
• Performs other similar or associated duties as necessary to accomplish job objectives in an effective manner as assigned by Management or as responsibilities necessitate 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB

• Administrative Assistant education or training
• Legal office experience
• Paralegal certificate preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be very detail oriented and organized
• Need proficient English and grammar, typing and computer skills, ability to perform basic math
• Proficient in MS Office programs
• Maintain confidentiality as outlined in the company's Confidentiality Agreement
• Work well independently and as part of a team
• Convey professionalism in all day-to-day activities

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB

• Paralegal certificate preferred
• Valid driver license (for occasional court runs)

Optio Solutions, LLC. is a company focused on improving the ROI of clients and protecting their brands via extensive financial services experience, advanced technology, certified data security, legal compliance and professionally designated staff. Optio is a member of ACA International and the California Association of Collectors. The agency has offices in Petaluma, Calif. and Fargo, N.D.

Optio Solutions, LLC. offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D benefits as well as 401(k) with company match. Paid time off includes Holidays, Sick, Vacation and Birthday. Optio Solutions, LLC. offers team-oriented departments and a diverse group of friendly, motivated people. We enjoy a business-casual work place, contests, events, and more! EOE