Legal Assistant - OTD

US DEFAULT GROUP, INC.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

US DEFAULT GROUP, INC. in Irvine, California seeks a proactive Legal Assistant to support a busy law firm. You will manage document review, correspondence, and filings while upholding confidentiality. Opportunities for growth exist in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role requires excellent communication, organization, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities with minimal supervision. A 4-year degree is preferred, with high school completion also accepted.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral, verbal, and written communication.
• Superior organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive, loan-level desktop reviews of cases based on KPIs for quality legal services.
• Respond to a high volume of email correspondence in a timely and thorough manner.
• Draft and prepare motions and notices.
• File and upload pleadings and exhibits with court and client.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school or equivalent required

Job description

Legal Assistant - OTD

US DEFAULT GROUP, INC. Irvine, California, United States

About this position

Legal Assistant

This Legal Assistant position will provide our new hire with a uniquely experiential opportunity to immerse themselves in the day-to-day bustle of a prestigious law firm. The ideal candidate will be a well-organized, proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong desire to progress within our organization. If you are a collaborative, team-oriented worker with the ability to switch gears/adjust priorities on short notice, this is the position for you!

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive, loan-level desktop reviews of cases, based on predetermined Key Performance Indicators pertaining to the delivery of quality legal services
• Ensure timely and thorough responses to heavy volume of email correspondence
• Draft and prepare of motions and notices
• File and upload pleadings and exhibits both with court and the client
• Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent oral, verbal, and written communication
• Superior organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and efficiency
• Demonstrated ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations

Required Education and Training:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• High school or equivalent required
• Basic principles of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control strongly preferred

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC is a national law firm specializing in creditors’ rights and real estate law, offering employees the opportunity to work on high-impact legal matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with strong growth potential. RASCP fosters a collaborative, performance-driven culture where employees are empowered to take ownership of their work, contribute to meaningful client outcomes, and continuously develop their skills within a fast-paced, evolving legal environment. Employees benefit from exposure to complex, high-impact legal matters, creating opportunities for professional growth, specialization, and long-term career development in a dynamic and essential sector of the legal industry.

With a team of over 1,100 professionals operating across 20 states, RASCP has a strong reputation for delivering innovative, efficient, and results-driven legal solutions in areas including foreclosure, bankruptcy, litigation, compliance, and real estate matters. RASCP combines the resources and reach of a large organization with a client-focused, boutique-style approach, allowing teams to provide tailored solutions while maintaining strong attorney-client relationships.