What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at East Valley Injury Law - Queen Creek Office?
Fast pace, heavy caseload East Valley Law Firm looking for a FULL TIME legal assistant.
We are looking for a long-term personal injury legal assistant with at least 3 years experience in the personal injury field. We need a quick learner with a strong work ethic who works well in a team and in a solo environment. The legal assistant will be in charge of handling a busy caseload. East Valley Injury Law provides potential for growth and promotion as we continually expand our practice.
Responsibilities:
- Open new files, including but not limited to: intake, letters of representation and open cases in Filevine case management software.
- Make sometimes difficult phone calls with providers to receive records and bills on time.
- Keep monthly contact with clients, insurance adjusters, and medical providers.
- Maintain, order and organize all medical records and billing they arrive.
- Send out insurance/subrogation letters and review logs for related medical.
- Search, save and update file with new liens monthly.
- Draft settlement statements and confirm all outstanding balances.
- Assist paralegal and attorney with given tasks, including docketing appointments.
Skills:
- Self starter who is not afraid to learn new things
- Strong work ethic in a fast paced environment
- Meticulous in all details
- Pleasant and friendly with clients and coworkers.
- Ability to be aggressive and confident over the phone to get results from providers when necessary.
- Proven working experience as legal assistant or legal secretary
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
- Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
- Computer literacy
- Proficiency in English
- Working knowledge of case management software
- Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
- Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
Pay based on experience:
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- personal injury: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22