Legal Assistant Job at Octagon Consulting, LLC, Houston, TX

Snh4UjZmNEZ5QUFYY1kwZUJkdzFVUTA2OFE9PQ==
  • Octagon Consulting, LLC
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

The primary purpose of this position is to research and respond to taxpayer inquiries, identify and research issues, and draft documents.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, proofread, and forward various Judgment Payoffs., e.g. standard payoffs, deficiency payoffs, strike-off payoffs, private resale payoffs & bankruptcy payoffs, etc.
  • Prepare various releases of judgment, e.g. standard, Partial, sold or Resale, clouding title on homesteaded, etc.
  • Handle all phone calls and e-mails related to payoff and release. Also, assist in answering the Post Judgment mail line.
  • Research and Prepare a Release of Judgment from the JP list (twice a year).
  • Prepare payment plans requested by taxpayers.
  • Process all the copies of checks resulting from the payoff and prepare the release.
  • Help walk-in’s customer when needed.
  • Review files for sale (based on the availability of time).
  • Any other duties assigned by the manager or attorneys that may involve responsibilities such as customer service, client reporting, or tasks related to departmental administrative duties.

Qualifications

  • Must type 50 wpm
  • Well-organized
  • Energetic
  • Team player
  • Ability to multitask
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Able to handle high volume document production
  • Proof Reading Skills
  • Good Computer skills in Microsoft Office
  • Professional demeanor
  • Punctuality
  • Good Attendance
  • Good written and communication skills
  • Time Management skills
  • Research Skills
  • Ability to work with numbers
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to word process legal documents without or few errors
  • Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
  • Knowledge of the Oracle system is a plus
  • Real estate/property tax/foreclosure practice is a plus
  • Customer service experience
  • Some College and/or High School Diploma
  • Some legal and office experience is a plus

Physical Requirement:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 - 20 pounds.
  • Specific vision ability is required to adjust focus.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

Delta Electronics Americas

Buyer Job at Delta Electronics Americas

 ...Delta, founded in 1971, is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data center infrastructure... 

PNC

Personal Banker Job at PNC

 ...have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Personal Banker, you will strengthen customer relationships with a...  ...customers in sales conversations in order to identify appropriate financial solutions. This position, within PNC's Retail Branch Banking... 

SGI Logistics

ROUTE Box Truck Owner/Operator Job at SGI Logistics

 ...Cities: Dothan, AL Niceville, FL Destin, FL Fort Walton, FL About Us Welcome to SGI Logistics! Locally owned and operating right here in Alabama! We are a trusted logistics partner offering a comprehensive range of services including efficient courier... 

WebFX

Remote Copywriter - Health Job at WebFX

 ...performance bonuses, and health insurance (including dental, vision, remote doctor, etc.). To aid in your success, we provide world-class...  ...writing, you also know how to translate that information into copy thats user-friendly and in line with a clients specific voice... 

TechnoSphere, Inc.

Facilities District Manager - Campus Job at TechnoSphere, Inc.

 ...Role: Facilities District Manager Campus Location: Houston TX Duration: Full Time Employee Job summary: Responsible for successfully...  ...know how to solve real IFM problems. ~ Extensive Mechanical, Asset, Skilled Trades and Building Operations experience. ~...