What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Clerk/Legal Assistant position at Dominguez Law Firm?
Job Title: Law Clerk / Legal Assistant – Client Intakes & Medical Records
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About Us:
Dominguez Law Firm is a premier plaintiff-only personal injury and medical malpractice law firm dedicated to fighting for justice on behalf of injured individuals and their families. We specialize in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, medical negligence, and mass tort cases. Our team is committed to providing compassionate, thorough, and aggressive legal representation.
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Law Clerk / Legal Assistant to assist with client intakes and medical record requests. This role is vital to ensuring our clients’ cases are properly documented and move efficiently through the legal process. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Intakes:
- Conduct initial client interviews over the phone and in person to gather case details.
- Assess potential personal injury and medical malpractice claims based on firm criteria.
- Collect and organize necessary documentation from clients, including medical histories, insurance information, and accident reports.
- Prepare intake summaries for attorney review.
- Provide compassionate and professional communication with clients who have suffered serious injuries.
Medical Record Requests & Case Development:
- Draft and send medical record and billing requests to healthcare providers, hospitals, and insurance companies.
- Follow up on outstanding requests to ensure timely receipt of records.
- Review and organize medical records, identifying key information relevant to each case.
- Assist attorneys and paralegals in summarizing medical records for litigation purposes.
- Maintain an accurate tracking system for record requests and deadlines.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree or currently enrolled in law school or a paralegal studies program preferred.
- Previous experience in a law firm, medical office, or insurance setting is a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, case management software, and electronic records management.
- Spanish-speaking ability is a plus.
Why Join Us?
- Hands-on experience in personal injury and medical malpractice litigation.
- Opportunity for growth and advancement within the firm.
- Work in a collaborative and mission-driven environment.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
If you are a motivated individual looking to gain valuable legal experience in a fast-paced, high-impact law firm, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in the position to tracy@dominguez.law
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Temporary
Pay: $20.00 - $24.55 per hour
Expected hours: 8 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Albuquerque, NM 87104 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Albuquerque, NM 87104: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25