What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban?
Job Description:
We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our team and provide administrative and legal support to our attorneys. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and have a strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Responsibilities include researching legal documents, preparing court documents, filing documents with the court, and providing general administrative support. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Process and input new client matters and documentation into the Firm's case management system
- Prepare routine engagement letters and manage their distribution
- Request, follow up and obtain medical records/bills related to client treatment
- Verify, confirm, and document account balances with medical personnel
- Prepare and maintain both hard-copy and electronic files, ensuring their accuracy and completeness
- Copy, scan, and organize case documentation for paralegal files
- Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as word processing, filing, copying, and scanning, ensuring their accuracy and timeliness
Qualifications:
- 1 year experience as a administrative/legal assistant (Required)
- Must be MS Office Proficient (Required)
- Prepare routine engagement letters and manage their distribution (Required)
- 1 year experience working with a personal injury firm (Preferred)
Benefits include:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Salary : $16 - $18