Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Westlake Consumer Litigation Legal Assistant

Los Angeles CA - In Office 

About Westlake

Westlake Financial Services is the largest privately held auto finance company in the United States.  We specialize in the acquisition and servicing of prime to subprime automotive retail installment contracts in all 50 states. Headquartered in Los Angeles, we have been a diversified lender for over 30 years and employ over 1,000 team members. Westlake Financial is still one of the fastest growing multi-billion dollar companies in the United States, currently managing over $20 Billion in receivables.

We're Hiring! Legal Assistant/Paralegal Superstar Wanted 

Join a winning team where your legal skills make a real impact!

Are you a legal go-getter with a passion for justice and organization? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where no two days are the same? If you're ready to level up your legal career, Westlake wants YOU on our team as our next Legal Assistant/Paralegal!

What You’ll Be Doing:

Step into a critical role on our litigation team, where you'll take charge of every phase of consumer debt recovery—from preparing legal filings to partnering with attorneys and court personnel. You’ll be an essential player in a powerful legal engine that drives results.

• Prepare and draft key legal documents: complaints, garnishments, levies, and more.
• Own the court calendar—never miss a date!
• Be the communication hub between our legal team, court officials, outside firms, and vendors.
• Handle e-filings and legal procedures with confidence and precision.
• Ensure compliance with collection laws like FDCPA while keeping things moving fast.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You’re a multi-tasking powerhouse who keeps cool under pressure.

• You bring 1+ years of legal collections experience and hit the ground running.

• You know your way around Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook like a pro.

• You’re organized, analytical, and a natural communicator.

• You work well solo and shine as part of a collaborative legal team.

• You’ve got an ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate (preferred but not required).

• Familiarity with state/federal collection laws? That’s a big plus.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Competitive pay $43,680 - $80,000. This pay is inclusive of hourly pay  + performance bonus

• The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable

• Real career growth opportunities

• High-energy team environment

• Work that’s challenging, meaningful, and never boring

• A chance to make your mark at a top-tier company. 

What do we offer? 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 
• Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• 401K matching 
• Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching 
• Wellness Programs 
• Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only) 
• Career Path Opportunities 
• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions 
• Employee Loan Assistance  
• Annual Flu Shot
• Paid Vacations Days 
• Paid Sick days 
• Paid holidays 
• HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas,TX office) 
• Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program 
• UKG Wallet 

 

Acknowledgment 

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.

 

Salary

• $43,680 - $80,000