Adams & Martin Group is seeking a Legal Assistant to join a reputable law firm in Minneapolis supporting their Personal Injury practice group. This is a direct hire opportunity with an onsite.
The Legal Assistant's responsibilities include:
- Provides skilled, proactive support to assigned personal injury attorneys, and others, as needed
- Prepares and reviews legal documents, correspondence, medical record requests, settlement packages, and other case-related materials according to firm standards using word processing and document management systems
- Accurately proofreads and edits documents
- Independently performs administrative duties such as managing attorney schedules and calendars; coordinating client appointments; maintaining case files; processing incoming and outgoing correspondence; tracking deadlines; and other related tasks
- Files documents with state and federal courts and assists with service of legal documents as required
- Supports the billing process and assists with case expense tracking
- Creates, maintains, and closes client files in accordance with firm policies and procedures
- Reviews attorney emails and saves correspondence and documents to the appropriate client file as requested
- Requests, organizes, and maintains medical records, accident reports, insurance information, and other case-related documentation
- Exhibits outstanding client service orientation in greeting guests, scheduling meetings, and communicating with clients, medical providers, insurance adjusters, and other parties
- Displays strong attention to detail
- Responds to requests with a sense of urgency and effectively prioritizes work in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Maintains confidentiality of client matters and sensitive information
- Clearly communicates in a concise, professional manner
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of legal assistant experience strongly preferred; personal injury experience is a plus
- Proficient command of the English language and standard grammar rules
- Strong working knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office programs; desire to maintain and upgrade technical skills and learn new software
- Experience managing high-volume case files and coordinating with clients, medical providers, and insurance carriers preferred
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.