Seven-attorney quickly growing personal injury firm seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join the team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Looking for a legal assistant to independently be able to set up files, communicate with clients, and be an integral part of each case.
LOCATED IN ST. LOUIS PARK OR OAKDALE.
***PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE PRIOR LAW FIRM EXPERIENCE, IDEALLY IN PERSONAL INJURY***
Personal Injury Legal Assistant Responsibilities
● Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
● Open and close files.
● Setting up claims with insurance companies.
● All intake paperwork for the insurers.
● Helping clients get initial documents.
● Handling the attorney’s calendar in an efficient and accurate manner.
● Light dictation.
● Serving and filing documents in litigation.
● Coordinating depositions.
● Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
● Performs other related duties as assigned.
Personal Injury Legal Assistant Qualifications
● 1+ year of experience in a law firm and personal injury experience required.
● Approach problem solving proactively and have the ability to both work independently and collaborate with peers.
● Motivated, reliable, and able to work within a professional firm environment.
● Exceptional writing abilities.
● Ability to meet deadlines.
● Capability to follow detailed instructions.
● Must be able to work well in a team environment, have exceptional interpersonal communication skills, and a strong desire to develop and advance their legal career.
Personal Injury Legal Assistant Skills
● Perceptive and meticulous.
● Capacity to regulate and perform under stress.
● Ability to stay focused on numerous details while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
● Anticipating attorney’s needs, identifying problems, and finding solutions.
● Ability to meet deadlines.
● Experience with legal document management systems preferred.
● Experience using firm software and case management programs, and office productivity preferred.
Benefits
● 401k with employer match
● PTO (3 weeks + holidays)
● Health Insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
