Legal Assistant

BenefitsCompetitive salaryDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insurance401(k)Job SummaryLEGAL ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTIONResponsibilitiesRequest and gather all police reports, and all relevant documentation.Create and oversee process for all subrogation liensPersistent investigative skillsStrong ability to maintain and organize case filesExcellent communication skillsStrong eye for detailWorks well as part of a teamFamiliar with regional personal injury statutesAbility to analyze and problem solve with minimal guidanceExpected to be a self starter and take initiative by being proactiveGreet visitors and perform initial screening of clients.Effectively communicate with witnesses, clients, colleagues and partners.Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness.Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.Locate and develop case relevant information.Draft and file basic legal documents and correspondence.Scan, print and upload legal documents into client database.Answer and direct phone calls as necessaryMaintain contact listsMonitor deadlines and oversee calendarsFacilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders.RequirementsAt least 1 year experience in a personal injury firm working as intake specialist or legal assistant preferred1-3 years of customer service experience required.Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system is preferredSatisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office is preferredComputer literacy is a mustProficiency in English is a mustCompensation: $45,000.00 per year#J-18808-Ljbffr