Collections Paralegal

DBL Law; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DBL Law in Covington, KY seeks a Collections Paralegal to support a supervising attorney group and improve attorney efficiency and productivity. You will manage files, review documents, conduct skip tracing, and draft correspondence to debtors and courts.

The role requires experience in foreclosure or litigation, strong research and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and case-management systems. Equal opportunity employer with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Foreclosure and/or litigation experience with drafting and filing.
• Strong research, analytical, critical‑thinking, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with ability to format professional documents.
• Experience with Q‑Law or similar case-management software.
• Skilled in creating spreadsheets and presentations.
• Proficient with Nuance PDF Converter (Bates stamping, redaction, merging PDFs).
• Ability to produce documents on CDs as needed.
• Experience with iManage, including scanning and maintaining electronic and paper files.
• Knowledge of records-retention procedures, including proper file closing, scanning, and shredding.
• Ability to send secure emails using approved file-transfer tools.
• Strong proofreading skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality.
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize files, documentation, and supporting materials for attorney review.
• Manage daily workflow by updating case statuses, accurately coding accounts and reviewing documents for accuracy.
• Draft and prepare written correspondence to debtors, clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Conduct skip‑tracing to obtain updated location and contact information.
• Communicate with debtors, clients, attorneys, and court personnel to obtain information and support case progression.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Foreclosure/litigation experience

Research abilities

Written and verbal communication

MS Office proficiency

Q-Law or similar

Spreadsheets & presentations

Nuance PDF Converter

CD production of documents

iManage experience

Records retention knowledge

Proofreading

Professionalism & teamwork

Tools

Q-Law

iManage

Nuance PDF Converter

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION

DBL is seeking a Collections Paralegal to join our team in Covington, Kentucky.The ideal candidate will be equipped with the knowledge and expertise to support a supervising attorney group and enhance attorney efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity. Paralegalsare essential to the success of our team and firm. All DBL employees operate under a ‘client first’ philosophy, always striving to provide exceptional services to our clients.

JOB DUTIES

• Prepare and organize files, documentation, and supporting materials for attorney review.
• Manage daily workflow by updating case statuses, accurately coding accounts within the system of record (Q‑Law), and reviewing legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Draft and prepare written correspondence to debtors, clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Conduct skip‑tracing to obtain updated location and contact information.
• Communicate regularly with debtors, clients, attorneys, and court personnel to obtain information, provide updates, and support case progression.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Foreclosure experience and/or litigation experience withdrafting and filing.
• Strong research, analytical, critical‑thinking, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with the ability to format and produce professional documents.
• Experience with Q‑Law or similar case‑management software.
• Skilled in creating spreadsheets and presentations.
• Proficient with Nuance PDF Converter (Bates stamping, redaction, merging PDFs).
• Ability to produce documents on CDs as needed.
• Experience with iManage, including scanning and maintaining electronic and paper files.
• Knowledge of records‑retention procedures, including proper file closing, scanning, and shredding.
• Ability to send secure emails using approved file‑transfer tools.apt>
• Strong proofreading skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality.
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Celebrating over 65 years of excellence, DBL Law is one of the largest firms in Louisville and Greater Cincinnati and the largest Northern Kentucky-based law firm. In addition to practicing law, DBL is focused on improving the community by encouraging all its lawyers and staff to serve on the boards of numerous charitable and non-profit organizations. DBL is an equal opportunity employer. Our Diversity and Inclusion Committee works to improve both diversity and inclusion, both in the firm and within its surrounding communities. For more information on DBL Law, please visit our website at www.dbllaw.com.

DBL Law provides a competitive salary, good benefits, pleasant working conditions, and the opportunity to work on often high-profile and exciting cases.

BENEFIT PROGRAM

Featured benefits for full-time team members include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance and pet discount program
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Generous holiday schedule

Equal Opportunity Employment

DBL Law and Current HR ("organizations") provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the organizations comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which it has operations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation.