Job Description
Job Description
We are a 3-lawyer law firm located in Kenmore, NY, concentrating in
· Matrimonial and family law mediation and litigation;
· Social Security disability appeals;
· Plaintiff’s personal injury; and
· Estates.
We are looking for a full-time (or parttime) legal assistant to work in 1 or more of the above subject areas who:
- Is a fast and accurate typist;
- Takes pride in the quality of their work and is attentive to detail;
- Is warm, empathetic and personable;
- Has strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask;
- Has excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Is patient with clients;
- Is a team player, willing to help other staff when needed; and
- Is a hard worker.
JOB DUTIES:
- Transcribing dictation of memos, agreements and pleadings;
- Proofing and editing those documents;
- Collecting and organizing financial data of clients and putting together financial affidavits;
- Keeping files organized;
- Coordinating with clients to schedule appointments;
- Following up with clients on their submission of financial data;
- Keeping clients current on their billing accounts;
- Collecting medical information for Social Security and Personal Injury cases;
- Helping put together pleadings reviewing deposition transcripts;
- Assisting in answering phone and sometimes serving as receptionist.
REQUIRED: Must have a minimum of 3 recent years of full-time work as a legal assistant, legal secretary and/or paralegal in a law office.
Pay Range: $22-34/hour (depending upon experience and/or potential)