Legal Assistant / Litigation Paralegal - Remote

Overview

As a Legal Assistant / Litigation Paralegal, you will play a critical role in managing residential and commercial foreclosure matters pending in Ohio and Kentucky state courts. You will work closely with attorneys and clients, handle substantive litigation tasks, and help drive files forward from pleadings through judgment and post-judgment activity.

In Short

• Draft and prepare litigation documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, discovery responses, notices, and correspondence
• E-file documents in Ohio and Kentucky courts and ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines
• Coordinate hearings, schedule court appearances, and maintain attorney calendars
• Serve as a primary point of contact between attorneys, clients, courts, and opposing counsel on assigned matters
• Review and respond to client system messages and inquiries daily
• Assist with case progression through judgment, sale, and post-sale litigation activity
• Maintain organized, accurate electronic case files and ensure budgets and client requirements are met

Requirements

• Prior experience handling mortgage foreclosure litigation matters (Ohio and/or Kentucky strongly preferred)
• 1–3+ years of litigation paralegal or legal assistant experience
• Paralegal certificate, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong knowledge of court filing systems, litigation deadlines, and document accuracy standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating with a team

Benefits

• Remote-friendly position with flexibility and autonomy
• Collaborative litigation team with strong support and training
• Exposure to high-volume, high-impact foreclosure litigation work
• Stable, growing national law firm with long-term career opportunities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package