Personal Injury Legal Assistant

Job Title
Personal Injury Legal Assistant
Job ID
27008486
Location
Columbia, SC, 29210 
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Description

A well established personal injury law firm seeks a qualified legal assistant to join their busy Columbia office.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Intakes and organizes case files for new and existing clients
  • Maintains case management system by uploading all client documents
  • Keeps clients informed on a regular basis by maintaining contact with client; communicating case progress
  • Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences, preparing pleadings, etc.
  • Monitor and obtain discovery responses
  • Request records, bills and reports
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3+ years experience as a legal assistant or case manager
  • Able to step into an active caseload
  • Personal Injury experience; Workers' Compensation is a plus
  • Experience using a case management system
  • Strong Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Ability to manage a large caseload in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong ability to multi-task and strong organizational skills
  • Strong client/colleague communication skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment
  • Fluent in Spanish a plus

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