Senior Legal Assistant - Pre/Post-Judgment (Collections)

Overview

Seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to support a Pre-Suit / Post-Judgment Collections team in a fast-paced legal environment. This role focuses on legal document preparation, case management, court communications, and e-filing, primarily within collections, bankruptcy, and post-judgment matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and file legal documents, including:
  • Pleadings, writs, motions, dismissals, orders, correspondence, and agreements
• Perform court filings and e-filings using state and county e-filing systems
• Communicate with courts, clerks, judges' offices, and process servers regarding case status and filing requirements
• Track, research, and resolve rejected filings, judgments, and proof-of-service issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in case management and client systems
• Support pre-suit, post-judgment, and collections workflows
• Prepare files for judgment entry, consent judgments, and service
• Run and review reports related to filings, service attempts, and case status
• Coordinate service of process and follow up on completion and address issues
• Provide ongoing administrative and case support to attorneys and management
• Assist with additional legal administrative duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of legal assistant or legal administrative experience
• Prior experience in collections law, bankruptcy, foreclosure, or judgment enforcement preferred
• Ability to interpret, draft, and prepare legal documents
• Experience with court systems, e-filing portals, and legal document management
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Paralegal certificate or legal studies background preferred

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven legal setting
• Emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and follow-through
• Requires flexibility to manage changing priorities and tight timelines
• Collaborative team environment with potential for growth

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.