Fast growing general liability and medical malpractice defense firm is seeking a qualified legal assistant/paralegal for a full-time position in our Melville office. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience.

Job Duties:

• Providing legal support for at least three attorneys.
• Drafting, formatting and service of correspondence and legal documents, including answers, third-party complaints, discovery demand and responses, motions etc.
• Filing legal documents with the court.
• Processing HIPAA-compliant authorizations and obtaining medical records via various third-party record retrieval companies.
• Proofreading and formatting reports to insurance carriers.
• Coordinating all aspects of independent medical examinations.
• Organizing and maintaining case files and documentation electronically.
• Responding to inquiries from and interact with clients, counsel and witnesses.
• Recording billable hours.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3 years of experience as a legal assistant/paralegal is a must.
• Experience with electronic court systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks, and complete tasks in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work efficiently with others while independently managing workload.
• Must possess a positive attitude and be personally motivated to succeed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person