Join Our Team at Meyers & Flowers!
Legal Secretary needed for fast-paced personal injury law firm located in our Peru office. Our team is seeking a self-motivated person that is confident working independently as well as in a team environment and able to provide administrative support to our trial attorneys. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing demands and deadlines in a busy work environment.
As our Legal Secretary, you will be responsible for docketing deadlines, preparing discovery, drafting correspondence, scheduling depositions, and client communications. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude who works well with others and is committed to providing excellent support to both clients and attorneys.
If you are enthusiastic, a team player, able to multi-task in a challenging environment, and are ready to hit the ground running to relentlessly pursue justice for your community, this is your opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Order and follow up on medical records, bills and other case information via phone and email.
- Assist with light receptionist work.
- Organize and maintain legal files and documents, both in hard copy and within our client management system.
- Act as a liaison between clients, insurance adjusters, and medical offices.
- Manage high-volume of client calls and follow-ups to meet strict deadlines.
- Work with attorneys and support staff to guide clients through their case and provide an exceptional level of customer service.
- Assemble and organize data and prepare and submit reports as instructed.
- Effectively communicate with the clients while demonstrating empathy and understanding of their case.
- Efficiently and effectively complete all other duties assigned by attorneys.
- Assist with basic office technology troubleshooting and day-to-day tech-related tasks to help keep the office running smoothly, while coordinating with our outside IT company and Director as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking candidates who:
- Are proficient in computer skills with the ability to adapt to a variety of systems, including Filevine, Microsoft Office, LexisNexis, VineSign, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Can learn quickly and be a problem solver who takes the initiative to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision.
- Possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excel in time management, critical thinking, and maintaining a high degree of organization.
- Able to maintain a high degree of discretion dealing with confidential information.
What We Offer:
Competitive Salary: Hourly pay range starting at $20.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, with opportunities for performance-based increases and bonuses.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance *Employer-sponsored HMO policy for employees, with optional PPO upgrades available. *
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
*Benefits listed above are available to full-time employees only. Part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.
Schedule:
Our office hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a dedicated lunch hour. We are open to both full-time and part-time candidates. Part-time employees are expected to work five days per week with a reduced daily schedule. This position is based exclusively out of our Peru office.
About Meyers & Flowers:
Meyers, Flowers, Bruno, McPhedran & Herrmann is an Illinois law firm operating from a simple basic philosophy: put the client first. With that as a guiding principle, Meyers & Flowers has grown from a small but dedicated group of trial attorneys into a top national law firm, with a practice dedicated to obtaining full and just compensation for clients across the United States.
Our trial attorneys have successfully advocated for plaintiffs in numerous high-stakes cases, resulting in landmark verdicts and positive changes in policies to help protect our communities. Meyers, Flowers, Bruno, McPhedran & Herrmann represents clients in a full spectrum of cases involving catastrophic personal injuries, medical malpractice, sexual abuse, auto accidents, product liability, wrongful death, mass torts, and class action litigation.
We take on cases that make a difference, not only for those involved, but for our community and society as a whole.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any experience working at a law firm? If yes, how many years?
Work Location: In person
