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ABOUT OUR FIRM
Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is a mid-sized, full-service law firm that has been ranked among the Best Law Firms in the country, according to the Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” 2024 rankings. With 85+ attorneys and affiliates in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, New York City, Cleveland and Beaver, Pennsylvania, and the San Francisco Bay area), the firm has served the needs of businesses and individuals since 1900. In every engagement we undertake, we are driven as advocates, counselors, and partners to help our clients through whatever legal issues they may face. To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://www.tuckerlaw.com/.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join the Bankruptcy & Restructuring practice group in our Pittsburgh office. This position will work closely with associates, shareholders, and paralegals on the full spectrum of foreclosure administrative support. Some of the key anticipated responsibilities are listed below:
• Support attorneys and paralegals on administrative items including receiving and opening mail. Distribute the mail to the appropriate attorney.
• Transcription of dictation for some attorneys for correspondence including letters to clients and engagement letters.
• Conduct referral reviews.
• E-file documents in federal and state court systems.
• Document redactions and exhibits to pleadings.
• Assist with inheritance tax and monitoring.
• Assist with the process for Quiet Title Actions (QTA) and monitoring the filing progress.
• Send drafted letters to each party with interest in the estate in question.
• Research properties on county assessment sites for information on building structure to include in the filings.
• Create a certificate of mail that lists all the interested parties that is attached as an exhibit sent to the Prothonotary and Sherriff.
• Assist with MVN’s, required validation notices sent out via certified mailing.
• Follow the listing of documents each county requires in their sale packets to create packet that is sent prior to sale date.
• Creates FedEx labels, includes self-addressed stamped envelopes, and requests checks for Sheriff sales.
• Draft short pleadings including dismissals and vacates to file with the court at the end of certain actions.
• At the end of each case review the documentation and draft a chronology report that details what occurred throughout each step of the process. These will be filed within the document management system for client review.
• Complete monthly expense reports and credit card statements, scanning, and printing documents.
• Maintain electronic and physical client files.
• Maintain attorney’s calendars by setting appointments, coordinating schedules, and setting up meetings, pleadings, electronic filing.
• Answer phones and communicating with courts and prothonotaries.
• Enter attorney’s billable time.
• Assist the legal support team with coverage for receptionist or other legal assistants.
Please note that we champion the development of all roles. This job description is not designed to contain comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, as they may change to meet the ongoing needs of clients and the firm.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• High school or equivalent
• Three (3) or more years of experience as a Legal Assistant or related experience
• Experience using PACER to search dockets, party information, and download pleadings.
• Experience with CaseMax platform or a similar case management platform
• Experience with state filings and familiarity with various county and prothonotary websites.
• Excellent communication skills
• Solid writing and editing skills
• Ability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced work environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word, and other software
• Commitment to professionalism, cooperation, and teamwork
BENEFICIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with iManage document management system
• Experience filing court documents, electronically preferred
• Experience with ECF for federal court filings a plus
• Paralegal certificate
• Active Notary license
WHAT TUCKER ARENSBERG WILL DO FOR YOU
Tucker Arensberg continually strives to develop its talent internally. The firm fosters the growth of its team and encourages ongoing professional development opportunities.
In addition to a rewarding career and competitive compensation and bonus opportunities, Tucker will provide access to company benefit plans including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for individual and family
• Company paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• Annual Safe Harbor Contribution to 401k Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
Tucker Arensberg, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable, federal, state, and local law.
