Legal Action Coordinator / Attorney Liaison

North American Recovery

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

West Valley City, Utah

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Legal Action Coordinator manages the referral of accounts to attorneys for litigation and serves as the primary liaison between the company and legal partners. They are responsible for tracking case progress, verifying assets, and ensuring accurate documentation and financial reporting throughout the legal process.

Qualifications

You have a minimum of a paralegal degree or two years of experience as a legal assistant or clerk. You possess strong organization, analytical skills, and exceptional attention to detail. You can work independently, manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines, while also communicating professionally with attorneys and external partners.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Asset searches

Balance reconciliation

Legal cost auditing

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
Legal Action Coordinator / Attorney Liaison

North American Recovery, Utah's premier collection agency, has established an impeccable reputation by providing exceptional service in the area of bad debt recovery over the last 33 years. Our self-motivated employees enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and value challenging and rewarding work.

We are currently seeking a polished, assertive professional to fill a full-time Legal Action Coordinator / Attorney Liaison position in our Salt Lake office.

Position Summary:
As a Legal Action Coordinator / Attorney Liaison, you will be responsible for reviewing all accounts prior to referral to our attorney for litigation, as well as providing daily follow-up on accounts currently in the legal process. This role serves as the primary point of contact between our office and our legal partners, ensuring timely communication, accurate documentation, and efficient case progression.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review accounts for legal eligibility and completeness prior to attorney referral
  • Coordinate the submission of accounts to attorneys for lawsuit filing
  • Act as the primary liaison between the company and retained attorneys
  • Communicate regularly with attorneys regarding case status, documentation, and requirements
  • Track and follow up on all legal accounts to ensure timely progression through the legal process
  • Coordinate with process servers and constables to ensure proper service of legal documents
  • Conduct verification of assets in preparation for legal action. 
  • Perform asset searches to identify potential sources for recovery, including employment, bank accounts, and property
  • Review and monitor incoming payments on legal accounts for accuracy and proper application
  • Perform balance reconciliations, including principal, interest, fees, and court costs
  • Audit and track legal costs and expenses to ensure accurate reporting and recovery
  • Maintain and analyze status and inventory reports related to legal accounts
  • Identify discrepancies and work with attorneys or internal teams to resolve issues
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all legal actions, financial activity, and communications
  • Assist in resolving issues or delays related to legal filings or court processes
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable legal requirements
Qualifications

Skill Requirements:

  • Strong organization and analytical skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines
  • Proficient working knowledge of computers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to professionally communicate with attorneys and external partners
  • Ability to conduct research and analyze data for verification of asset discovery
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Education/Experience. 

                Minimum paralegal degree, or two years of real-world experience working as a legal assistant or legal clerk.

Pay and Benefits

  • Pay for this position starts at $22.00/hour, with a maximum of $27.00/hour
  • Eligible for a $2.00/hour raise six months from start date and every six months thereafter until you reach the current maximum pay rate. 
  • Partially paid health and dental insurance
  • PTO accruing from day one
  • Paid day off on your birthday after one year of employment
Learn more about our company by visiting our website: https://www.North-American-Recovery.com.

 

North American Recovery

North American Recovery was founded in 1993, and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. We provide a no-cost to client legal model where we pay the filing and service fees. Our proprietary nation-wide network of Attorneys are hand-picked and vetted by our team. Once your first, second, and third-placement agencies have had an opportunity to recover your accounts, but have been unsuccessful, give us a call. We’ll tell you how our program works and see if we are a good fit for you. 801-364-0777. See what our clients have to say about us: https://youtu.be/KL46fS5Sl0w
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