Description
We're seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and keep the office running smoothly. You'll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you're an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Responsibilities
•Open Claims
•Request Medical Records
•Initial Letter Requests
•File Management
•Accept other administrative tasks as needed to assist the team and ensure the firm runs smoothly
•Use daily time records to properly process client billing with support from the accounting department
•Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines
•Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
•Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals
Qualifications
•Candidates should be able to type at least 50 words per minute
•Associate's degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary
•Comfortable working with all Microsoft Office products
•At least 1-2 years of previous experience in a law firm setting performing administrative tasks
•Candidates must have worked with legal software, case management, and docketing programs