A great opportunity to be a part of a reputable, and growing law firm handling significant cases in a positive work atmosphere.
Our law firm needs a Legal Assistant to assist our Personal Injury Department. As a Legal Assistant, you will be assigned administrative and clerical tasks such as : assisting attorneys and case managers, obtaining medical records, obtaining documents, answering phones, organizing files, filing documents, making copies, scanning documents, and generating new files for new clients.
Responsibilities :
- Work in a team environment to ensure the preparation of documents.
- Organizing, distributing, or tracking documents according to departmental procedures
- Ensure filing, preparation, and scanning of documents and correspondence.
- Keep detailed records of all incoming documents and file accordingly.
- Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly.
- Assist in the preparation and filing of legal documents with state and federal court.
- Assist in the preparation for court proceedings (including, but not limited to, assisting with trial preparation, and maintaining communication with clients and experts).
- Organize and maintain electronic case files within the company software / case management system.
- Perform a variety of office related activities to support Department functions including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Qualifications :
- At least 5 years of legal experience, specifically in Personal Injury
- 5+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel, edit, sort / filter and save spreadsheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets).
- 5+ years of office experience
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred, but not required
- Experience with Case Management Software
- You must be able to work under pressure things change fast around here.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Employment Type : Full-time
Work Remotely : No
30+ days ago