What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Legal Assistant position at Arlo Law Office?
Job Overview
I am seeking a Spanish-speaking legal assistant to join my practice. The position will be 32 hours per week (four eight-hour days).
A performance review will be given after six months, with the opportunity for a pay increase.
Responsibilities
- Interpret phone calls with Spanish-speaking clients
- Obtain clients' medical records and bills
- Conduct intake interviews for potential clients
- Call clients to get updates on medical treatment and injuries
- Schedule depositions and client phone calls
- Assist supervising attorney with answering written discovery
- Summarize medical records and bills
- Draft documents such as letters to insurance companies, pleadings, and routine motions
- Work with special process servers to obtain service of process on defendants
- Manage and organize legal files and documents to ensure easy access and retrieval
- Assist in legal case management by tracking deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements.
- Electronically file documents with the court
- Proofread legal documents for accuracy
- Collaborate with supervising attorney to ensure high level of representation of clients
Experience and Qualifications
- Spanish speaking.
- One year experience as a legal assistant.
- Familiarity with plaintiff's personal injury law.
- Proficiency in legal administrative tasks including filing, writing, and proofreading.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $28