What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers' Compensation Defense Legal Assistant position at WILLSON JONES CARTER & BAXLEY, P.A?
Our Office Is Growing!
Who we are:
Willson Jones Carter & Baxley, P.A. is a well-established insurance defense law firm with seven offices strategically located across Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. Started in 2002, the WJCB team is over 180 people strong and growing.
What sets us apart:
We strive to be different.
Our purpose is to provide an enjoyable and supportive environment where our team members can flourish and succeed. We want our attorneys and staff to enjoy their work environment and know that they are cared for. We believe this results in productivity. As a result of this culture, our firm has experienced tremendous growth during its first twenty years. With continued attention on our team’s happiness and success, and a shared focus on serving our clients well, the firm is poised for even greater growth in the future.
We strive to be flexible.
We know that a cookie-cutter environment doesn’t fit everyone’s needs. We offer our team members a flexible schedule which includes varying work hours, options to work from home 1 day per week, and the opportunity to work partial days on Fridays.
What we are looking for:
We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic who has excellent time management, organization, and communication skills and who will embrace our Core Values:
We are diligent; we are personable; we are team players; we are good stewards of our resources.
We work hard but believe in doing so in a manner that is supportive, encouraging, and pleasant.
We are currently looking for an experienced Legal Assistant for our Greenville, SC office.
The ideal Legal Assistant for the office has a strong work ethic, is a self-starter, and has exceptional organization and communication skills.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Dictation and transcription,
File and organize legal documents using document management systems,
Perform data entry tasks to update and maintain client information,
Provide general clerical support to attorneys.
Ideal Qualifications:
1 years as a Legal Assistant or Legal Administrative Professional
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Understanding of legal language and principles
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
A self-starter who takes initiative to complete daily tasks
A diligent and personable team player
The firm offers a competitive compensation plan. We also offer competitive benefits, including paid Maternity Leave, group health and disability benefits and a 401(k) match.
Willson Jones Carter & Baxley, P.A. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any classification protected by federal or local law.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Greenville, SC 29607: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22