Legal Clerk

Berkheimer; Bangor (Northampton County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Sick Time

Personal Time

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Berkheimer is seeking a Legal Clerk to support the Delinquent Accounts Department in Bangor, PA. The role emphasizes administrative accuracy, information research, documentation management, and professional customer communications.

Training is in-office before transitioning to a hybrid schedule. Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years of related experience, strong detail orientation, and solid computer skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative, collections, customer service, government, financial services, or office support.
• Experience maintaining detailed records and documentation.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of related experience and/or training.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license & clean driving record.
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy.
• Proficiency with computers and the ability to learn new systems.
• Situation analysis and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage inquiries related to delinquent and legal accounts via phone, email, and fax.
• Research, update, and maintain accounts involving bankruptcy, liens, and legal actions.
• Prepare and file legal documents with courts and government offices.
• Monitor legal processes (e.g., sheriff sales, complaints) and ensure accurate recordkeeping.
• Respond to account issues, complaints, and perform routine account maintenance.
• Travel to and attend magistrate hearings on behalf of the company.

Skills

Administrative experience

Collections knowledge

Customer service

Records maintenance

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Clerk to support our Delinquent Accounts Department. Despite the title, prior legal experience is not required. This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to research information, manage documentation, and communicate professionally with customers and internal teams. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with data and records, maintaining accurate files, and providing exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply!

What You'll Do

As a Legal Clerk, you will play a key role in researching account information, maintaining records, processing documentation, and supporting various account-related activities.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Manage inquiries related to delinquent and legal accounts via phone, email, and fax
• Research, update, and maintain accounts involving bankruptcy, liens, and legal actions
• Prepare and file legal documents with courts and government offices
• Monitor legal processes (e.g., sheriff sales, complaints) and ensure accurate recordkeeping
• Respond to account issues, complaints, and perform routine account maintenance
• Travel to and attend magistrate hearings on behalf of the company

DETAILS + WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Full-time schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Location: On‑site in our Bangor, PA office
• Initial training: ~4-6 months fully in office
• Flexibility: After initial training, this role transitions to a hybrid schedule, with at least 2–3 days in the office each week and up to 5 days, depending on workload.

PAY + BENEFITS

• Pay Rate: $ 16.00/hour
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Generous PTO - Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Wellness Program including physical, emotional, and financial wellness
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefit Plans
• FSA & HSA Options
• Travel Insurance
• Business casual work environment

Requirements

Legal experience is not required. We are happy to train the right candidate.

• Experience working in an administrative, collections, customer service, government, financial services, or office support environment.
• Experience maintaining detailed records and documentation.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and
• 1 - 2 years of related experience and/or training; or
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license & clean driving record
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
• Proficiency with computers and the ability to learn new systems
• Situation analysis and problem-solving skills

Why This Role

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys administrative work, investigating and researching information, maintaining accurate records, and supporting important business processes. You'll join a team where organization, attention to detail, and customer service make a meaningful impact every day.

About Berkheimer Tax Innovations

While our advanced systems set the standard in the industry, we know that true success comes from our people—their dedication, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. At Berkheimer, you’ll be part of a team where innovation meets personal service, and where your contributions have a direct impact on communities across the Commonwealth. Check out our real world results at hab-inc.com.

Berkheimer Tax Innovations is an equal opportunity employer and E-Verify employer. All positions require a successful reference check, criminal background check, drug screen, and MVR check (if applicable).