Job Description

Job Title: Legal Assistant – Post Judgment 

Location: Houston, TX 

Job Type: Full-Time (Temp-to-Hire) ; Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 

Salary:  $17.00 per hour ($35,360 annually) 

Overview  

We are hiring a Legal Assistant to support our Post Judgment department, which manages delinquent accounts that have completed the litigation process and received a court judgment. This role involves preparing judgment payoffs and releases, responding to taxpayer inquiries, and assisting with special projects. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working independently after training. This is a great opportunity for both experienced legal professionals and entry-level candidates looking to gain hands-on experience in the legal field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and proofread various judgment payoffs (standard, deficiency, strike-off, private resale, bankruptcy)
• Draft and process releases of judgment (standard, partial, resale, homestead-related)
• Respond to phone calls, emails, and mail inquiries related to payoffs and releases
• Research and prepare Releases of Judgment from the JP list (twice annually)
• Create and manage taxpayer payment plans
• Process payoff-related checks and prepare corresponding releases
• Assist walk-in customers as needed
• Review files for sale when time permits
• Support attorneys and manager with administrative and customer service tasks

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (some college preferred)
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Customer service experience required
• Legal or office experience is a plus
• Knowledge of Oracle system and real estate/property tax/foreclosure practices is a plus
• Must be able to type at least 50 WPM

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Strong proofreading and research capabilities
• Professional demeanor and punctuality
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

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