What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Wagstaff Law Firm?
About Wagstaff Law Firm
Wagstaff Law Firm is a national leader in Personal Injury and Mass Tort litigation, specializing in cases involving defective products and medications. We are committed to advocating for individuals harmed by these faulty products and holding the manufacturers accountable. Mass tort litigation empowers plaintiffs by giving them the collective strength to take on large corporations and pursue justice through group litigation.
At Wagstaff Law Firm, our success stems from our unwavering dedication to our clients and our community. Our team thrives on the satisfaction of helping victims get the justice they deserve, unifying our employees and creating an exceptional workplace culture. If you’re passionate about making a significant impact and contributing to a dynamic team, we invite you to join us in our mission.
Job Description
We are seeking an articulate, detail-oriented and passionate Legal Assistant to join our team. As a Legal Assistant at WLF, you'll have an excellent opportunity to learn the Mass Tort process and grow with us. Success in this position requires a strong work ethic, excellent writing and communication skills, attention to detail, and effective time management. WLF provides a professional yet casual work environment and a hybrid schedule with medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401k plan.
Essential Job Functions
- Extensive interaction with clients over the telephone and client intake phone calls
- Prepare correspondence and legal documents
- Organize case files and address any issues that may arise with particular cases
- Answer clients’ questions and concerns
- Work with attorneys on case status updates
- Collect case evidence and documentation
- Communicate with third party vendors
- Keep clients informed by relaying case developments
- Maintain case management information in law database
- Move cases forward by maintaining client files, ordering and reviewing medical records and bills
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Requirements
- 2 years of experience working in an office setting
- Legal or medical industry experience preferred
- High school diploma required and Associate’s degree preferred.
- Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
- Scheduled work hours are 9am-5pm or 8am-4pm. Monday through Friday
- Must be able to work overtime if needed
Equal Employment Opportunity
Wagstaff Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wagstaff Law Firm provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Salary : $22 - $24
