Position Title: Legal Assistant (Payoff Release) Company: Alltex
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to research and respond to taxpayer inquiries identify and investigate issues and draft related documents.
Essential Functions
- Prepare proofread and forward various judgment payoffs (e.g. standard deficiency strike-off private resale bankruptcy).
- Draft and process various releases of judgment (e.g. standard partial sold/resale clouding title on homesteaded properties).
- Handle phone calls and emails related to payoffs and releases; assist with the Post Judgment mail line.
- Research and prepare Releases of Judgment from the JP list (twice annually).
- Create payment plans as requested by taxpayers.
- Process check copies resulting from payoffs and prepare corresponding releases.
- Assist walk-in customers as needed.
- Review files for sale time permitting.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management or attorneys including customer service client reporting and departmental administrative tasks.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Frequent sitting talking and hearing.
- Occasional walking handling objects/tools and reaching.
- Must occasionally lift/move 1020 pounds.
- Requires specific vision abilities for focus adjustment.
Non-Essential Functions
- Duties performed infrequently or that could be delegated without affecting the core purpose of the role.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Typing speed of 50 WPM
- Strong organizational and proofreading skills
- Energetic and team-oriented
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
- Detail-oriented with high-volume document handling capability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Professional demeanor punctuality and reliable attendance
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Research and problem-solving skills
- Ability to process legal documents with minimal errors
- Comfort working with numbers
Supervisory Responsibilities & Independent Discretion
- This position does not currently include supervisory duties or independent decision-making responsibilities.
Special Requirements
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
- Familiarity with Oracle systems is a plus
- Experience in real estate property tax or foreclosure practices is beneficial
- Customer service experience preferred
- High School Diploma required; some college or legal/office experience is a plus