Overview
A law firm specializing in workers' compensation litigation defense is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant with relevant experience to support its attorneys and office supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and clerical support to one or more attorneys and the Office Supervisor
- Prepare correspondence and simple to moderately complex legal documents
- Schedule medical appointments
- Proofread documents for spelling and grammar accuracy
- Organize and maintain files
- Screen telephone calls and visitors
- Read and respond to mail
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- ABA-approved paralegal certificate OR Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of two years' experience in workers' compensation
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Highly organized with attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Word
- Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
Work Environment
- Mental: Requires clear and conceptual thinking, excellent judgment, problem-solving, analysis, discretion, ability to handle work-related stress, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and meet deadlines
- Physical: Computer keyboarding and travel as required
- Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision, and speaking abilities necessary
- Reasonable accommodations will be considered when applicable and appropriate
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Casual work environment
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan
Additional Information
The position involves supporting attorneys in a fast-growing law firm that provides high-quality litigation defense for the workers' compensation industry. The role requires discretion and flexibility as duties may be added or changed at management's discretion.
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.