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Legal Assistant - Paralegal
Location:
Upper Arlington, OH
Description:
Seeking a collaborative individual familiar with working in a team setting. You'll be representing a substantial number of injured individuals in Ohio with their workers’ compensation claims. Emphasizing the necessity of a team dynamic in this role. Responsibilities include gathering and documenting detailed information specific to each case. Tasks involve initial case screening, explaining firm services, addressing client inquiries, data collection, intake consultations, and preparing legal documentation. For this role, the candidate will need to have importance placed on valuing clients and upholding confidentiality and accuracy in case handling. It is important that you understand the impact of client care on the firm's overall performance Responsibilities:• Communicating with potential new clients to discuss their injuries and gathering information through Client Intake forms• Summarizing information for the attorney and sending correspondence and follow-up emails to clients and potential clients• Reviewing documents and preparing necessary filings for the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and Industrial Commission• Collaborating with the attorney to draft motions, affidavits, and requests for medical records and wage information• Organizing and indexing documents from clients and third parties, avoiding duplication, and maintaining file organization• Tracking all dates related to discovery and information-gathering processes• Entering relevant information into the client database• Assisting the attorney in preparing for hearings by identifying and gathering necessary documents• Greeting and assisting clients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner• Answering phone calls and routing them to the appropriate team member• Maintaining a professional work environment and performing administrative tasks efficiently• Working with the Settlement Coordinator to obtain self-insured employer cost printouts and verify Medicaid liens• Completing additional projects as assigned Qualifications:• The ideal candidate for the Paralegal Assistant position in Upper Arlington, OH, US will demonstrate a strong commitment to punctuality, meeting deadlines, and working independently, showing a solid work ethic.• Proficiency in using a computer, particularly a Mac, and familiarity with Microsoft Word is required. A Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree is preferred, along with experience using the Solaris Portal for Medicaid-paid claims information from Ohio’s Tort Recovery Unit.• Experience in a claimant’s workers’ compensation setting is a definite advantage. However, the most important quality we seek is a candidate who approaches tasks with an open mind and eagerness to learn our processes.• The selected candidate will be someone we are willing to invest in professionally, encouraging their growth and continuous self-improvement.• Teamwork is key in our firm, and the Paralegal Assistant will work closely with legal clients to gather and document case-specific information, ensuring the utmost respect, accuracy, and confidentiality are maintained.• Responsibilities include communicating with potential clients, preparing necessary documents for filing, assisting in hearing preparations, maintaining a professional work environment, and providing administrative support as needed.• Additional duties may include handling client inquiries, organizing documents, tracking important dates, and collaborating with the Settlement Coordinator on specific tasks. Compensation: $42,000 – $50,000 yearly About Company: Who are we? We are a boutique workers’ compensation and ERISA disability firm in Upper Arlington, OH, a suburb of Columbus. We have a fast-paced practice and rarely have "slow days." Our firm is well established and expanding. We attribute our excellent reputation and growth to years of outstanding client service and dedicated, loyal teamwork. We put emphasis both within our office to offer an open and positive work environment. The Monast Law Office provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
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Legal Assistant - Paralegal is a Clerical Legal Assistant, Paralegal Job at Monast Law Office located in Upper Arlington OH. Find other listings like Legal Assistant - Paralegal by searching Oodle for Clerical Legal Assistant, Paralegal Jobs.
Legal Assistant - Paralegal is a Clerical Legal Assistant, Paralegal Job at Monast Law Office located in Upper Arlington OH. Find other listings like Legal Assistant - Paralegal by searching Oodle for Clerical Legal Assistant, Paralegal Jobs.