What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Peterson Law Office?
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Bilingual Legal Assistant to join Peterson Law Office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury law or insurance industry related experience and speak fluent Spanish. This role requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, proficiency in the pre-litigation claims process, and the ability to effectively communicate with our Spanish speaking clients. As a Legal Assistant at Peterson Law Office, you will play a crucial role in the client experience from case intake to resolution. Salary commiserate with experience. Benefits provided.
Duties
- Manage legal case files, ensuring all documentation is organized and up-to-date.
- Draft correspondence.
- Conduct interviews with clients and witnesses to gather information pertinent to cases.
- Utilize project management skills to track deadlines and manage case timelines effectively.
- Collaborate with attorneys on litigation strategies and provide support as needed.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to ethical standards in the legal profession.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in paralegal studies or a related field is preferred.
- Familiarity in legal research tools such as Westlaw.
- Familiarity with NetDocs or similar legal case management software is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting documents and interacting with clients.
- Experience in personal injury law or the insurance industry is a plus but not mandatory.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a law office environment.
- Fluency in Spanish is required.
- Fluency in French is a plus.