Job Description
Job Description
Entry-Level Legal Assistant – Workers’ Compensation – Hybrid in Bedminster or Mt. Laurel, NJ
Weber Gallagher has an immediate opening for an entry-level Legal Assistant to support our Workers’ Compensation practice in our Bedminster or Mount Laurel, NJ offices. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in the legal field. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Receive new referrals from adjusters and attorneys and complete new file intake forms.
- Open and organize new case files in iManage and Aderant.
- File Answers to Claim Petitions with the appropriate court.
- Prepare and send discovery demands.
- Maintain and track new files to ensure initial file reviews are completed within 30 days of referral.
- Organize and sort file materials received with referrals and additional documents received during the initial stages of the case.
- Monitor Courts OnLine for new court filings and update case files accordingly.
- Maintain accurate electronic and physical case files.
- Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, insurance adjusters, court personnel, and other legal professionals as needed.
- Provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal staff.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior administrative, office, customer service, or legal support experience is a plus but not required.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to learn new software and technology quickly.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
- Professional demeanor and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work in either the Bedminster, NJ or Mt. Laurel, NJ office 2 days per week.
The starting salary for this position is $40,000 + and is dependent upon various factors such as education, experience and internal equity.
Weber Gallagher is a thriving and growing firm with more than 160 legal professionals in 13 locations. The firm is an equal-opportunity employer offering a friendly office environment, competitive salaries, bonuses and generous benefits, including 401K and medical.
Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, ancestry, physical handicap, disability, national origin, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other factor/ status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.