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Job Description
Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a leading debt collection law firm with offices located in multiple states. We are currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant for our Williamsville, NY office.
This a full-time, In-office, non-exempt position. Base schedule is Monday thru Friday 8AM to 5PM, in-office.
Interested applicants: We require a completed employment applicant and resume.
What You'll Do:
- Following up on outstanding negotiations for Managing Attorney and Associate Attorney.
- Preparing settlement stipulations/mutual releases for attorney review on the contested file population.
- Contacting opposing counsel’s office upon receipt of an answer, discovery demands, motions, or other substantive filings to initiate settlement discussions where appropriate and as directed by attorney.
- Respond promptly to settlement offers and inquiries received from opposing counsel.
- Communicate settlement offers/responses within established settlement guidelines and authority.
- Follow up on outstanding offers, counteroffers, and pending settlement discussions as well as signed stipulations to prevent files from remaining inactive.
- File stipulation agreements with court.
- Prepare summary of settlement negotiations for court appearances.
- Respond to client inquiries concerning case and settlement discussion status.
- Maintain accurate records of settlement communications, offers, counteroffers, and negotiation status in JST.
- Provide back up support to the contested team (currently just 2 legal assistants) – covering PTO and backlogs.
Requirements
- Prior law firm experience-preferred
- Basic knowledge of civil litigation
Benefits
- Competitive Hourly Salary ($20-$23 per hour DOE)
- Medical, Dental, and vision coverage; 401K plan with company match
- PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development
“We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment”.
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