Paralegal

AB Hires and Consulting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic collections company is looking for a Paralegal to support its legal team. The role involves assisting attorneys in litigation processes, managing documentation, and ensuring compliance with court requirements. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, ideally in the MCA or financial services sector, showcasing strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of paralegal experience in litigation support.
• Strong understanding of collections litigation processes.
• Experience in MCA industry is required.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in all stages of litigation.
• Assist with post-judgment processes like garnishments.
• Conduct legal research and manage case files.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Legal Research

Tools

Legal Software

Court E-filing Systems

Job description

A dynamic, data-driven collections company is seeking an experiencedParalegalto join their legal team. This role is critical in supporting all phases of the litigation process, from initial filings through post-judgment actions, with a focus on collections and recovery efforts. They are looking for a highly organized and proactive professional with 3-5 years of relevant paralegal experience, preferably within the MCA or financial services industry.

Responsibilities:

• Support attorneys in all stages of litigation, including preparing and filing summons, complaints, motions, judgments, and other court documents.
• Assist with post-judgment processes such as garnishments, levies, and enforcement actions.
• Manage arbitration proceedings and related documentation.
• Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, and discovery requests/responses.
• Conduct legal research and assist with UCC filings and searches (experience with UCC highly preferred).
• Maintain organized case files and track deadlines to ensure timely filings and responses.
• Liaise with courts, opposing counsel, and third-party vendors as needed.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including calendaring hearings and deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 1–5 years of paralegal experience supporting litigation in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong understanding of collections litigation and post-judgment enforcement processes.
• MCA (Merchant Cash Advance) industry experience required.
• Familiarity with arbitration proceedings and UCC filings (a plus).
• Proficient in legal software and court e-filing systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.