Legal Assistant - Foreclosure Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated full-time Legal Assistant specializing in Plaintiff's foreclosure cases to join our Boca Raton, FL office. The successful candidate will support attorneys by preparing and reviewing legal documents related to foreclosure, managing case files, and handling administrative duties to facilitate efficient office operations. The role also requires ongoing communication with clients and monitoring deadlines to maintain compliance and workflow.

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare primary legal documents such as complaints, summonses, and lis pendens relevant to first legal service.
• Manage service of process tasks including initiation of summons issuance and coordination with process servers.
• Understand and apply the appropriate methods of service, whether personal, substitute, or constructive.
• Handle motions for extensions related to service deadlines and prepare supporting affidavits.
• Maintain frequent communication with clients and external vendors to ensure case progress and query resolution.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working within a law office environment is mandatory; applicants without prior legal office experience will not be considered.
• Strong knowledge of foreclosure law, legal procedures, docket monitoring, and related protocols, especially within Plaintiff's foreclosure or creditor's rights firms.
• Prior experience supporting Plaintiff's foreclosure cases is highly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary consistent with experience qualifications.
• Comprehensive health insurance fully covered by the firm.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan available.
• Paid time off (PTO) benefits.