Paralegal (Pro Se)

Job Description

Overview

Better Life Plan is a dynamic and growing company that assists clients with their debt settlement programs through our relationships with attorneys and law firms across the United States. BLP is seeking a motivated and caring Paralegal to draft Pro Se answers related to consumer debt and creditor lawsuits. Individuals should be self-starters while working in a team-oriented environment and have a strong attention to detail with a focus on providing the highest level of customer service.

Responsibilities

Critically analyze and interpret legal documents

Professionally communicate with a network of Attorneys

Use company templates to draft Pro Se answers

Make attorney requested edits as needed

Deliver final answer with filing instructions to the client

Manage and prioritize workload via company CRM software

Answer consumer questions in rare circumstances

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily as listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXERIENCE

Required:

High School Degree or equivalent experience

Paralegal Certification or Degree

Preferred

1 year or more experience as Paralegal drafting pleadings

Experience in FDCPA guidelines

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABLITIES:

Language Ability

Communicate both verbally and in written format at an intermediate level

Effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Computer Skills

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word and Excel

General knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Outlook

Benefits

Pension/401k options

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Long Term and Short Team Disability

Life Insurance

MORE!

Job Type: Full-time; Weekly Pay; Non-Exempt

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

Pay: $16.00 per hour ($17.00 per hour if Spanish Bi-lingual - read, write, speak)

Full-time