Legal Assistant

Established plaintiff-side litigation firm seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Legal Assistant with specific experience in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice to join our team. The ideal candidate will be reliable, have a positive attitude, understand legal and medical terminology, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment, acting as a crucial liaison between clients and attorneys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management Support: Assisting attorneys with client intake, opening new files, scheduling depositions, and tracking deadlines.
• Medical Record Management: Proactively requesting, reviewing, and organizing medical records and billing from healthcare providers.
• Document Preparation: Drafting correspondence, filing, and managing electronic discovery documents using our case management software.
• Client Liaison: Communicating with injured clients, returning calls/emails with empathy and professionalism.
• Trial and Deposition Preparation: Preparing and organizing exhibits and binders for depositions, mediation, arbitration, and trial.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3–5+ years of legal administrative experience, with specific, proven experience in a personal injury or medical malpractice practice preferred.
• Skills: Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook) and legal case management software.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of medical terminology and legal documentation.
• Attributes: Highly organized, proactive, team-oriented, and able to manage confidential matters.