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US DEFAULT GROUP INC

Legal Assistant

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

This is an Entry-Level Legal Assistant position; no experience required. The ideal candidate will be a well-organized, proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong ...

US DEFAULT GROUP INC

Legal Assistant

Hunt Valley, MD · On-site

This is an Entry-Level Legal Assistant position; no experience required. The ideal candidate will be a well-organized, proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong ...

Blaszkow Legal Pllc

Legal Assistant

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$38K/yr

This is an entry-level position , so no previous legal work is required! THE FIRM : Blaszkow Legal, PLLC is an established (founded in 1992) Northern Virginia personal injury law firm. We litigate ...

US DEFAULT GROUP INC

Legal Assistant

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

The Entry Level Legal Assistant role provides our new hires with the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in our bankruptcy practice area, as well as demonstrate their ability to meet performance ...

Milbank LLP

Legal Assistant (paralegal)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Potentially assist with training and mentoring of entry-level legal assistants. * Provide guidance on best practices and firm policies for litigation associates. * Assist with filing preparation and ...

Ginarte Gonzalez & Winograd, L.L.P.

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Bilingual Entry Level Position $70K Annually

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

We are looking for a bilingual (Spanish/English) Entry-Level Legal Assistant to join our team and support our growing client base. Position Overview This is an excellent opportunity for someone ...

Ginarte Gonzalez & Winograd, L.L.P.

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Bilingual Entry Level Position

Corona, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

We are looking for a bilingual (Spanish/English) Entry-Level Legal Assistant to join our team and support our growing client base. Position Overview This is an excellent opportunity for someone ...

Milbank LLP

Legal Assistant (paralegal)

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$90K - $120K/yr

Potentially assist with training and mentoring of entry-level legal assistants. * Provide guidance on best practices and firm policies for litigation associates. * Assist with filing preparation and ...

Milbank LLP

Legal Assistant (paralegal)

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$90K - $120K/yr

Potentially assist with training and mentoring of entry-level legal assistants. * Provide guidance on best practices and firm policies for litigation associates. * Assist with filing preparation and ...

Ginarte Gonzalez & Winograd, L.L.P.

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Bilingual Entry Level Position $70K Annually

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K/yr

We are looking for a bilingual (Spanish/English) Entry-Level Legal Assistant to join our team and support our growing client base. Position Overview This is an excellent opportunity for someone ...

Soni Resources

Entry Level Paralegal - Miami

Miami, FL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Soni is currently seeking an entry-level Legal Assistant/Paralegal to provide temporary project and administrative support to a premier global law firm in Miami, FL. This is a great opportunity to ...

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Legal Assistant

US DEFAULT GROUP INC

Chesapeake, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

If you are a collaborative, team-oriented worker with the ability to switch gears/adjust priorities on short notice, this is the position for you!

This is an Entry-Level Legal Assistant position; no experience required. The ideal candidate will be a well-organized, proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong desire to progress within our organization. Our firm maintains a collegial work environment that prioritizes internal promotion, training, and professional development. We strive to see our employees grow! As our team-members progress and demonstrate a consistent ability to meet performance standards, promotional opportunities become available.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

  • Assist in drafting and compiling legal documents
  • Update all internal systems with relevant case information and status.
  • Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
  • Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements as applicable

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
  • Excellent oral, verbal, and written communication
  • Superior organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and efficiency

Required Education and Training:

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • High school or equivalent required

Benefits:

  • PTO
  • 401K
  • Health, Vision, Dental, Life
  • Supplemental Insurance


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