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NJM Insurance Group

Paralegal

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$56K - $65K/yr

The Paralegal for the General Claims (GC) Legal department provides paralegal support to in-house ... Prepare memoranda for collections, support the Collections Department in recovering fraudulently ...

NJM Insurance Group

Paralegal

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$56K - $65K/yr

The Paralegal for the General Claims (GC) Legal department provides paralegal support to in-house ... Prepare memoranda for collections, support the Collections Department in recovering fraudulently ...

Trueline

Creditors Rights Paralegal

Cedar Rapids, IA

$60K - $80K/yr

This role is ideal for an experienced collections or litigation paralegal who can manage creditor-side matters, work directly with debtors and creditors, and help move cases through the full ...

Trueline

Creditors Rights Paralegal

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

This role is ideal for an experienced collections or litigation paralegal who can manage creditor-side matters, work directly with debtors and creditors, and help move cases through the full ...

Trueline

Creditors Rights Paralegal

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

This role is ideal for an experienced collections or litigation paralegal who can manage creditor-side matters, work directly with debtors and creditors, and help move cases through the full ...

LHH US

Paralegal

Lake Oswego, OR · Hybrid

$80K - $90K/yr

Paralegal - Bankruptcy, Foreclosure, & Creditors' Rights Location: Portland, Oregon Schedule ... collections who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:

LHH US

Paralegal

Lake Oswego, OR · Hybrid

$80K - $90K/yr

Paralegal - Bankruptcy, Foreclosure, & Creditors' Rights Location: Portland, Oregon Schedule ... collections who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:

AB Hires and Consulting

Paralegal

Cedarhurst, NY · On-site

Paralegal PositionThe legal department for a data and tech driven SMB revenue-based financing ... Familiarity with UCC filings, liens, and collections is a plus.Excellent organizational skills and ...

AB Hires and Consulting

Paralegal

Cedarhurst, NY · On-site

Paralegal PositionThe legal department for a data and tech driven SMB revenue-based financing ... Familiarity with UCC filings, liens, and collections is a plus.Excellent organizational skills and ...

Machol & Johannes, LLC

Paralegal

Denver, CO

Company Description Machol & Johannes, LLC and its affiliates is a premier collections law firm ... The Paralegal position is responsible for assisting the attorneys and the firm by preparing motions ...

AB Hires and Consulting

Paralegal

Cedarhurst, NY

$65K - $100K/yr

As part of the Legal Department, the Paralegal will play a key role in supporting legal operations ... Familiarity with UCC filings, liens, and collections is a plus. * Excellent organizational skills ...

The Cromeens Law Firm

Paralegal

Houston, TX · On-site

$52K - $65K/yr

We have an immediate opening for a paralegal/legal assistant to support our busy construction litigation and lien/collections docket. This is a chance to build real expertise in a specialized ...

The Cromeens Law Firm PLLC

Paralegal

Houston, TX · On-site

$52K - $65K/yr

We have an immediate opening for a paralegal/legal assistant to support our busy construction litigation and lien/collections docket. This is a chance to build real expertise in a specialized ...

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How much do collections paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for collections paralegal in the United States is $59,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a collections paralegal?

Collections Paralegals are legal professionals who assist attorneys and organizations in recovering unpaid debts from individuals or businesses. They handle tasks such as investigating debtor assets, preparing legal documents for court, communicating with debtors, and ensuring compliance with debt collection laws. Collections Paralegals play a crucial role in the legal process by managing case files, drafting correspondence, and supporting litigation efforts related to debt recovery.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a collections paralegal?

To thrive as a Collections Paralegal, you need a solid understanding of debt collection laws, legal documentation, and case management, often backed by a paralegal certificate or relevant legal experience. Proficiency with legal research databases, case management software, and document preparation tools is typically required. Strong negotiation, organization, and communication skills are essential to effectively manage cases and interact with clients and debtors. These abilities ensure compliance, streamline legal processes, and contribute to successful recovery of funds for clients.

What challenges does a collections paralegal face when coordinating with clients and debtors?

Collections Paralegals often encounter challenges such as managing difficult conversations with debtors, navigating complex payment arrangements, and ensuring all communications comply with relevant debt collection laws. Working closely with attorneys, clients, and sometimes opposing counsel, they must maintain professionalism while advocating for their client's interests. Effective time management and strong organizational skills are essential to handle high caseloads and track deadlines, especially in fast-paced legal environments.

What is the difference between Collections Paralegal vs Debt Collection Specialist?

AspectCollections ParalegalDebt Collection Specialist
CredentialsParalegal certification or degree, legal knowledgeHigh school diploma, training in debt collection laws
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, legal departments, corporate legal teamsCollections agencies, call centers, financial institutions
Employer & IndustryLegal industry, corporate legal departmentsFinancial services, debt recovery industry
Primary FocusLegal support, document preparation, legal researchContacting debtors, negotiating payments, account recovery

While both roles involve debt recovery, Collections Paralegals focus on legal support tasks within legal or corporate settings, requiring legal knowledge and paralegal credentials. Debt Collection Specialists primarily work in call centers or collections agencies, focusing on debtor contact and payment negotiations. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path based on their skills and interests.

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Infographic showing various Collections Paralegal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,731 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Paralegal

NJM Insurance Group

Trenton, NJ • On-site

$56K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

The Paralegal for the General Claims (GC) Legal department provides paralegal support to in-house staff attorneys for claims-based legal matters, assists attorneys' legal research, and monitors case and publication alerts through Westlaw and public dockets on important cases, regulations or statutes.

The GC Legal Paralegal analyzes issues related to liens, child support judgments, and releases, and drafts correspondence, memoranda and pleadings under the close guidance of staff attorneys. The GC Legal Paralegal develops reports to aid General Claims leadership through the analysis and assembly of data provided from various sources, which reports are prepared and updated on a cadence managed independently by the paralegal. The GC Legal Paralegal also provides some support for subpoena responses.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate in the production of various reports to aid the General Claims' management of litigated matters; ensure data accuracy; assist with reporting on status of appellate matters; and update various legal support tools for General Claims Staff.

  • Serve as the General Claims Legal liaison to General Claims Staff regarding issues associated with medical liens and releases, including: reviewing ERISA plan documents to determine whether the plan is a self-funded plan that legally may enforce a lien for medical benefits, and provide a recommended conclusion to GC Legal Staff; responding to requests for multi-state child support judgment searches and reviewing releases for inconsistencies that may not protect insureds or NJM interests.

  • Engage in various inter-departmental tasks for General Claims Legal. Prepare memoranda for collections, support the Collections Department in recovering fraudulently obtained funds from NJM; track these matters with Collections every 60-90 days for status; and assist General Claims Legal Staff in organizing multi-claim SIU matters.

  • Provide paralegal support to nine attorneys including conducting legal research and circulating newly released court opinions on relevant issues; monitoring case and publication alerts through Westlaw on important cases, regulations or statutes; monitoring Google search reports on topics as requested; providing General Claims with current statutes regarding good-faith claims handling; and obtaining documents from state and federal dockets.

Required Qualifications:

  • Paralegal Certificate required

  • Proficiency in accurately organizing, analyzing and preparing documents and data

  • Strong ability to analyze documents for relevance and privilege

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required, ability to perform data analysis through Excel, is a plus

  • Ability to conduct, summarize and analyze investigative and/or legal research, excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and customer service, excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities efficiently, and ability to work both independently and in a group setting, with a strong desire to collaborate with and provide guidance to others.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A paralegal certificate from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved program is preferred.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials.

Pay Range: $56,400-$65,437

Eligible full-time employees receive a competitive Total Rewards package, including but not limited to a 401(k) with employer match up to 8% and additional service-based contributions, Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life and Disability coverage, generous PTO, Paid Sick Leave, and paid parental leave in addition to state-mandated leave. Employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Legal Disclaimer: NJM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that is fully representative of the diversity that exists in the communities in which we do business.

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