Legal Assistant

Better Life Plans is a rapidly growing firm committed to guiding clients through debt-related legal challenges with professionalism, empathy, and integrity. We operate in a high-volume, client-centered environment and take pride in delivering efficient, reliable, and compassionate legal support at every step.We are seeking a Legal Assistant who is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and thrives in a fast-paced setting. In this role, you will support attorneys and legal staff by reviewing court documents, communicating with courts and opposing counsel, and maintaining up-to-date records within our CRM and case management systems. You’ll handle a steady volume of administrative and legal correspondence while ensuring accuracy and consistency in every task. This role is a great fit for someone who excels in detail-oriented, structured tasks, values accuracy, and recognizes the importance of clear, professional communication within the legal process.

Responsibilities

· Review legal documents including Summons & Complaints, Motions, Discovery, and Settlement Agreements for accuracy and completeness.

· Monitor and manage a high volume of inbound emails from courts, clients, and attorneys.

· Communicate professionally with opposing counsel and court clerks to verify lawsuit statuses and details.

· Utilize and update case management and CRM software systems with accurate and timely case data.

· Track deadlines, follow up on pending tasks, and maintain up-to-date lawsuit information.

· Navigate court websites and dockets to extract relevant case data.

· Maintain digital organization of legal documents and communication records.

· Assist attorneys with administrative tasks related to legal proceedings.

· Process repetitive tasks with precision and consistency, ensuring no steps are overlooked in document handling and system updates.

· Identify discrepancies or inconsistencies in court filings, correspondence, or case records, escalating potential issues when necessary.

· Interpret and categorize various forms of legal communication to ensure correct routing, documentation, and follow-up actions.

Qualifications

Required

· Paralegal certification or 2+ years of relevant legal assistant/paralegal experience.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

· Demonstrated experience handling high volumes of documentation in a digital environment.

· Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures.

· Experience navigating court websites and understanding docket entries.

· Proficiency in email communication and professional phone demeanor.

· Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

· Experience in debt resolution, consumer protection, or civil litigation.

· Proficient in multi-tasking in a fast-paced work environment

· Above average skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook and general knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Excel

· Experience using Case Management software

· Comfortable with ambiguity and evolving practices

This Role Might Be for You If…
You are ACCOUNTABLE for your own cases and need minimal supervision.
You display TEAMWORK in doing what it takes to get the job done.
You are ADAPTABLE to the ever-changing work environment.
You are DRIVEN to provide the best experience for our clients.
You bring a positive ATTITUDE to work every day.
You truly CARE about the clients you serve.

Benefits

• Pension/401k options
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Long Term and Short Team Disability
• Life Insurance
• MORE!

Job Type: Full-time (Non-Exempt)

Pay: $16.00 per hour ($17.00 per hour if Spanish bi-lingual)

Schedule - Monday thru Friday - 9:00 am - 5:30 pm EST

An Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.