What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant - Personal Injury position at Whalley Law PLLC?
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to attorneys by managing case files, preparing legal documents, and ensuring effective communication with clients. This role is crucial in maintaining the efficiency of our legal operations and requires a strong understanding of personal injury law. Primary focus of this position is to maintain communication with medical providers, obtain records and maintain client files.
Duties
- Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and meetings by organizing case files and gathering necessary documentation.
- Conduct client interviews to gather information pertinent to cases.
- Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents such as pleadings, and correspondence to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Manage document management systems to maintain organized records of client files and case materials.
- Communicate effectively with clients via phone and email, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette.
- Schedule appointments, court dates, and meetings while managing attorney calendars efficiently.
- Perform research on relevant laws and regulations to support ongoing cases.
- Collaborate with other legal professionals to ensure all aspects of cases are handled promptly.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a law firm is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of personal injury law is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in document management systems and legal administrative tasks.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong writing skills for drafting clear and concise legal documents.
- Attention to detail with strong proofreading abilities to ensure accuracy in all documentation.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.
- Effective interpersonal skills for interacting with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the necessary skills to excel as a Legal Assistant, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our team’s success.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Tacoma, WA 98409 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tacoma, WA 98409: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $65,000
