Legal Assistant (Part-time)

Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Personal Injury Legal Assistant join our Litigation team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting the Litigation process of a Personal Injury caseload, while consistently providing exceptional customer service to clients. We are seeking someone who is not only highly skilled and organized but also a strong team player, eager to collaborate with others and grow within the firm. This role offers an opportunity for professional development and advancement in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Job Type: Full Time / Onsite, M-F

Responsibilities:

• Scan/saved all incoming mail, emails and faxes.
• Calendar all   notices with respect to defense examination, depositions, arbitration, mediation dates and court notices
• Send all notice letters to clients involving DME, depositions, arbitrations (when applicable), mediation and court appearances.
• For depositions, arrange for court reporter and translator and/or videographer, if needed, when noticed by our office.
• Confirm all attorney appearances the day before the event.
• Obtain all medical Request narrative reports under the direction of the paralegal or attorney.
• Compile and arrange all medical records in electronic file so they can be attached to Form A responses.
• Draft cover letter for amendments and serve with attachments on defense.
• Schedule Plaintiff Medical Exam (PME) and compile and send all relevant medical records and MRI films to PME doctor after attorney reviews and
• Handle incoming calls along with Paralegal.
• Handle funding requests.

Qualifications:

• Past experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant for Law Firm working on NY cases
• Can take direction via email and/or verbally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Windows/MS Office Applications including Outlook Calendar, Word, Excel.
• Knowlege of Adobe PDF a plus
• Past experience working on NY Personal Injury cases as an Administrative Assistant a plus

Salary will be based on applicant's prior years of experience.

Compensation: The base salary or hourly range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to; prior relevant experience, business needs and market factors. Additionally, salary wages are only part of the total compensation package.

Benefits: (Eligible full-time employees and part-time employees who work over 30 hours a week)

· Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision

· Paid Time off- Vacation and Sick time

· Robust Holiday Schedule

·Summer Fridays (Early closures Memorial Day- Labor Day)

· 401k Plans + matching for qualifying employees

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandon J Broderick provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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