Legal Assistant / Field Customer Service Agent

Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd & Hullett, P.C., is seeking a Legal Assistant to support our Delinquent Tax Litigation Section. Candidates must have excellent organization, computer, written and verbal skills. The ability to maintain efficiency and attention to detail is essential in this position.

Successful candidates must be able to multitask and prioritize in a high volume, fast paced environment. Candidates must be computer savvy and have an advanced understanding of the Microsoft suite of programs including: MS Word, MS Excel, and Outlook. Successful candidates must also have a positive attitude who are self-motivated, well organized, and detail oriented. This is a full time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., overtime as needed. The firm offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

This is a great opportunity for a long term relationship with an established and well respected law firm.

Description/requirements of the position:

We are looking for an individual to assist the tax litigation section with litigation support including occasional taxpayer visits.

Essential job functions:

• Provide litigation support to attorneys in delinquent tax litigation cases
• Prepare various litigation documents for attorney review
• Handle phone calls/emails from taxpayers, title companies, constables, or court personnel regarding case information, payoffs, or general account information
• Occasional travel to local businesses in Collin and surrounding counties to discuss business tax account status and answer any tax account questions
• Input and maintain notes in case management software based on case status or conversations with taxpayers, title companies, constables, or court personnel

Requirements:

• Valid Texas Drivers License and reliable transportation

Work environment:

This is a hybrid work environment. This job operates both in office and in the field as a representative of the Firm to assist in taxpayer relations, collections, and education.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person