Litigation Assistant: Docket & Document Specialist

Scott & Associates, PC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Job summary

Scott & Associates, PC, a well-established multi-state legal recoveries firm, is seeking a motivated Litigation Assistant for our Montgomery, AL-based team. The role supports docket management, document preparation, and court coordination to move cases through the legal process.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years in a legal office, a paralegal certification preferred, and proficiency in MS Office. This position offers benefits and room for growth within a collaborative firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience working in a legal office.
• Paralegal Certification or equivalent combination of education and/or experience preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with docket management.
• Prepare, review and assemble legal documents.
• Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, and enforcement officers to obtain status updates.
• Submit lawsuits to the court for processing.
• Generate and track judgment documents after court entries.
• Manage and resolve judgments rejected by courts.
• Coordinate with the legal operations department on media, affidavits, and verified pleadings.
• Track affidavits and verified pleadings with associated media.
• Prepare satisfactions of judgment, dismissal, and lien release documents.
• Assist with attorney substitution and/or Attorney of record process.
• Enter and post data into the firm’s case management system.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

Paralegal Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Scott & Associates, PC, a well-established multi-state legal recoveries firm, is seeking a motivated Litigation Assistant for our Montgomery, AL-based team. The role supports docket management, document preparation, and court coordination to move cases through the legal process.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years in a legal office, a paralegal certification preferred, and proficiency in MS Office. This position offers benefits and room for growth within a collaborative firm.