PARALEGAL

Javitch Block - Cleveland, OH

Full-time

Cleveland, OH

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Javitch Block LLC is seeking a full-time Paralegal/Case Management Specialist to join their team in downtown Cleveland, OH. This role involves managing communications and documentation related to legal cases, ensuring efficient processing of mail, faxes, and emails from various stakeholders including consumers, attorneys, and courts. The specialist will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys by organizing case files and maintaining court schedules.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process mail, faxes, and emails from consumers, attorneys, and courts.
• Determine if mail should be routed to a collector or an attorney.
• Assign files to attorneys based on file type, client requirements, and jurisdiction.
• Coordinate follow-up reviews for attorneys.
• Update docket of court appearances.
• Contact courts and process document requests to obtain copies of pleadings.
• Answer court call phone line and handle incoming faxes/emails.
• Notarize legal documents.

Requirements

• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle high work volume and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word).
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Nice-to-haves

• Notary Certificate preferred, but can be obtained post-employment.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Paid vacation/sick time
• 401(k) with company match