Legal - Judgment Entry Specialist

Gurstel Law Firm, P.C.; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k and Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is seeking a Judgment Entry Specialist in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves data entry of judgments, reviewing documents for accuracy, and corresponding with courts. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a legal background.

This position supports flexible remote work and various benefits, including medical and retirement plans. The ideal applicant will be detail-oriented and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic and dependability.
• Background in retail claims and creditors' rights laws preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry of judgments into the database system.
• Review documents submitted to the court for accuracy.
• Correspond with courts to ensure timely judgment entries.

Skills

Independent and team work

Verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Legal field certificate/2-yr degree

Tools

Basic office hardware

Job description

Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. – Judgment Entry Specialist

As a Judgment Entry Specialist, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

• Data entry of judgments into the database system.
• Review of system data to ensure proper information prior to entry.
• Review of system data after entry to ensure information is accurately updated.
• Review of documents submitted to the court and financial records to ensure accuracy.
• Correspondence with courts via phone to ensure judgments are accurate and entered timely.
• e‑filing/mailing copy requests of orders and/or judgments.
• Uploading judgment copies to clients via client portal, e‑mail, etc.
• Perform general clerical duties including data entry, scanning, photocopying, collating, and faxing.
• All other duties as assigned.

The position may have the flexibility to work remotely with some office time, depending on approval from the Manager/Director/Human Resources.

Qualifications and Skills

• Responsible individual who can work independently and in a team environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Legal field certificate/2‑yr degree (experience may substitute for education).
• Background in retail claims and creditors' rights laws preferred.
• Competency in Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with basic office hardware such as scanners, fax machine, copiers, etc.
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Superior problem‑solving skills.
• Strong work ethic and dependability.

Travel

This position requires up to 0–5% travel. Travel excludes local commute.

Competencies

• Adaptability 20%
• Productivity 12.5%
• Accountability 12.5%
• Teamwork 20%
• Communication 20%
• Initiative 7.5%
• Sense of Urgency 7.5%

Compensation and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Long‑Term Care, Pet Insurance, 401k, Profit Sharing, and Student Debt Retirement Savings Program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) / Paid Holidays.

EOE – Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/W/D/V) dedicated to diversity in the workplace and offers a great work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.