Legal Assistant – Foreclosure Compliance Support (SCRA/Bankruptcy only)
Locations: Fairfield, NJ and Mount Laurel, NJ
Status: Full-time
Work Arrangement: In-office during the probationary period; hybrid schedule available after successful completion of the probationary period
Experience: Experience preferred (law firm / foreclosure a plus), but we will train the right candidate
A busy New Jersey creditors’ rights law firm with a strong foreclosure practice is seeking a detail-oriented, deadline-driven legal assistant to support our foreclosure compliance workflow, limited to SCRA and bankruptcy checks.
This is not a general corporate compliance role. We are looking for someone who is comfortable in a law firm environment, takes pride in accurate documentation, and can keep matters moving in a high-volume practice.
- Perform SCRA (Servicemembers Civil Relief Act) searches and generate required certificates/confirmations for foreclosure matters
- Conduct bankruptcy verifications using PACER and related tools, document results, and escalate issues appropriately
- Track and update compliance results in case management systems and client platforms
- Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to ensure files are clear for next-step action
- Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation and follow internal procedures and client guidelines
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in a law firm, foreclosure, or creditors’ rights is preferred, but not required
- If you’re trainable, organized, and accurate, we’re willing to teach the right person our process
- Comfort with deadlines, high volume, and detailed documentation
- Strong written communication for legal documentation and professional client updates
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel); case management/client portal experience is a plus
You’ll Stand Out If You Have
- Experience running and documenting SCRA searches and PACER bankruptcy checks
- Familiarity with New Jersey court processes
- A steady, calm approach and strong follow-through
What We Offer
- A stable, well-established creditors’ rights practice with meaningful workflow and training support
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Paid time off and benefits package (details provided during interview process)
- A team environment that values accountability, professionalism, and getting it right
- Health benefits- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401K participation
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief note highlighting any experience with SCRA and bankruptcy checks (PACER).
Office locations: Fairfield, NJ and Mount Laurel, NJ.
Skills Required
- Trainable, organized, and accurate
- Comfort with deadlines and high-volume workflows
- Strong written communication for legal documentation and client updates
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Experience in a law firm, foreclosure, or creditors' rights
- Case management or client portal experience
- Experience running and documenting SCRA searches and PACER bankruptcy checks
- Familiarity with New Jersey court processes
What We Do
RAS and its affiliated law firms provide full-service creditors’ rights and real estate legal services in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and Puerto Rico in both State and Federal Courts.
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