Legal Assistant (Garnishment Department Head)

Job Responsibilities:

This position oversees the management of the Garnishment Department in our Creditor's Rights Law Firm. The Garnishment Department is one of the Firm's larger legal departments and a key to the Firm's success. Quickly issue garnishments as assets are found to close the loop as quickly as possible for our large, nationwide clients.

Responsibilities:

• Learn how to prepare and file wage and bank garnishments as well as procedures associated with executing these actions in 11+ states
• Master the Firm's methodology for how each case is meticulously updated
• Train and manage a staff of 10-15, including 3 team-lead supervisors
• Implement and adjust existing policies and procedures to adapt to changes in law, client requirements or expansion into additional states
• Communicate issues and solutions up and down the chain

Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 18 months issuing garnishments in at least Washington, California, Oregon, Idaho and Alaska
• Must be proficient in JST Collections software
• At least 12 months experience managing a team of 1-2 people

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO, Holiday
• 401k - 6% match
• Subsidized Gym Membership