What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Injury Legal Assistant - Work on NY Cases position at Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney At Law?
Job Description
Job Description
Our firm is searching for a Legal Assistant in the Personal Injury department. The right candidate must have at least 2 years of experience in working for a law firm as a legal assistant / paralegal with NY case experience. The position is Full time in office, Monday through Friday 830am -5pm. (Competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k,)
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Scan / saved all incoming mail, emails and faxes
- Calendar all notices with respect to defense examination, depositions, arbitration, mediation dates and court notices
- Send all notice letters to clients involving DME, depositions, arbitrations (when applicable), mediation and court appearances.
- For depositions, arrange for court reporter and translator and / or videographer, if needed, when noticed by our office.
- Confirm all attorney appearances the day before the event
- Obtain all medical records. Request narrative reports under the direction of the paralegal or attorney
- Compile and arrange all medical records in electronic file so they can be attached to Form A responses
- Draft cover letter for amendments and serve with attachments on defense
- Schedule Plaintiff Medical Exam (PME) and compile and send all relevant medical records and MRI films to PME doctor after attorney reviews and approves.
- Handle incoming calls along with Paralegal
- Handle funding requests
- Draft subpoenas – duces tecum, ad testificandum, or trial subpoenas, etc.
- Request and send out Closing documents, follow up on settlement checks.
- Request cost checks
- Update the Treatment Tracker along with Paralegal
- Making sure the 45-Day No Client Contact Report is up to date along with the paralegal
- Draft cut letters on prelitigation cases when instructed by a Prelitigation Manager
Qualifications :
Paid Time Off : Federal Holidays, Vacation Days, Personal / Sick Days, 1-Floating Holiday, Summer Fridays!
Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision,401K, Life Insurance, STD
Company Description
About Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney At Law :
Brandon J. Broderick is a prestigious and forward-thinking law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services. With a blend of tradition and innovation, we are dedicated to staying at the forefront of legal practice and technology.
Come join a team, in a fast-paced environment, where the culture values Transparency, Accountability, Empowerment, Teamwork, Passion, Giving Back, Diversity, and Inclusion. At Brandon J Broderick, you will be provided with training, mentorship, a career path along with perks such as Summer Fridays, competitive benefits, a robust holiday schedule, and work-life balance! We care deeply about or employees and our clients. Our commitment to these values ensures a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success.
Join us in making a difference and building a fulfilling career.
Company Description
About Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney At Law : Brandon J. Broderick is a prestigious and forward-thinking law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services. With a blend of tradition and innovation, we are dedicated to staying at the forefront of legal practice and technology. Come join a team, in a fast-paced environment, where the culture values Transparency, Accountability, Empowerment, Teamwork, Passion, Giving Back, Diversity, and Inclusion. At Brandon J Broderick, you will be provided with training, mentorship, a career path along with perks such as Summer Fridays, competitive benefits, a robust holiday schedule, and work-life balance! We care deeply about or employees and our clients. Our commitment to these values ensures a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Join us in making a difference and building a fulfilling career.
