Legal Associate

We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Associate to join our Legal & Collections Department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing tenant ledgers, tracking monthly rent payments, and handling various accounts receivable tasks. This role requires the ability to perform mathematical analyses, experience with Microsoft Excel, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. The Legal & Collections Associate will also work with legal documentation and processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

What You’ll Do:

• Attend trials in small claims court, follow legal procedures, and act as a witness for landlords.
• Reconcile tenant ledgers for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Receive and track monthly rent payments, ensuring timely processing.
• Generate and send small balance letters to tenants as needed.
• Address and resolve disputes and releases related to tenant accounts.
• Run monthly reports for landlord-tenant filings and collections.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to complete NJ Judiciary – Civil Practice Division – Landlord Case Information Statements.
• How to work within Yardi and SharePoint for managing accounts and documentation.
• How to attend trials in small claims court, follow legal procedures, and act as a witness for landlords.
• How to handle Section 8 payments, ensuring compliance with guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Mathematical proficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with Yardi and SharePoint preferred but will be trained.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Experience attending trials and understanding legal procedures is a plus but will train.

Salary and Benefits:

• 25-28/hour
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We are a property management company with approximately 95+ apartment communities throughout New Jersey.