Legal Assistant

WHAT WE DO

We are involved in one of the most important jobs there is – making people whole physically, emotionally, and financially after they’ve been in a car accident and helping them find peace of mind. After a car accident people are lost, confused, and overwhelmed. They need someone to take the chaos off their plate so that they can focus on getting better.

In a nutshell, we investigate the claims, check out coverage, help clients build their cases, collect evidence, manage all the insurance communication, negotiate, and litigate to help clients get a fair settlement. It is incredibly exciting and fulfilling work.

We believe in combining the best of customer service, constant innovation, and sound legal principles to show insurance companies, juries, arbitrators, and mediators who our clients are and why they deserve what we’re asking for.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

• Grit and determination
• Respect without exception
• Open transparent communication
• Look for ways to improve
• The client comes first
• Honor your commitments

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Are you a people person? Have you been told that you communicate in a clear and compassionate way? Can you work efficiently in a high-demand environment? Are you interested in personal injury? Are you amazing on the phone? Do people tell you that you make them feel like they matter? Are you constantly looking for ways to improve the service you offer?

If so, you’re in the right place. We are looking for a legal assistant.

We are working to become the most trusted personal injury law firm in the state of Utah. Part of that service includes managing and working up client case files, advocating for clients with insurance companies, medical providers, and billing entities. It includes requesting and organizing medical records, strategizing on how to strengthen the case, preparing trial materials, maintaining client relations, and writing settlement demands. Injured people have a lot on their plates right after their accidents and they need to quickly find someone they can trust and rely on to do what they say they are going to do. Because this, this role is very important.

Your interactions with clients will be the lifeblood of their experience with the firm for a portion of their case. So, you will build meaningful relationships with them because of how often you communicate.

This is an hourly position and you will be working in office.

REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent time management
• Clear and concise writing
• Self-starter
• Customer-Service oriented
• Passionate about helping people
• Can-do attitude
• No fear of technology
• Willingness to accept and provide constructive feedback

WHY SHOULD YOU BE INTERESTED IN THIS JOB?

In so many ways, True North Injury Law is like no place you’ve ever worked. You will get to work at a prestigious law firm doing what you love – helping people who need it. You will be helping them organize the chaos in one of the most difficult moments of their lives.

• Independence – We hire grown-ups, and we will treat you like one. You will have clearly defined objectives, be turned loose to accomplish them, and then get to account for how you knock it out of the park.
• Training – If you are interested in personal injury, we have a structured and progressive training program for people who have no experience in the law. We also meet regularly to train.
• Company Culture – Our team makes us who we are and helps pave the path to the future. We meet regularly to talk about what we need to start doing and stop doing. We read books together to find new ideas, have company parties and potlucks, and laugh a lot together.
• Family Friendly – While you will be busy, the work can be done during business hours and you can go home at night to your family.
• Compensation – $20-32/hour depending on experience
• Great Benefits – annual contribution to health insurance, PTO, Wellness Allowance, Continuing Education, Gym/Shower on site, paid holidays, drinks & snacks.

THIS POSITION IS NOT FOR

• Those who don’t get a thrill out of helping other people and showing them you care
• Those who don’t love being on top of things
• Those who don’t strive for excellence
• Those who are not self-starters
• Those who do not welcome feedback and direction
• Those who do not have thick skin and grit

Sound good? We want to learn more about you!

Please reply to this posting with:

• Your resume in pdf format; and
• A cover letter in pdf format detailing why you think you would be the best person for this position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Personal injury law: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• South Jordan, UT 84095 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $32