Legal Assistant Workers' Compensation
Legal Assistant Workers' Compensation
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Job Description
The Workers Compensation defense legal assistant enhances attorneys effectiveness by developing case information evidence and settlement options; tracking cases; supporting attorneys trial proceedings. This position will support multiple attorneys with the preparation of documents for Workers Compensation cases in our Chicago office.
Job Functions:
- Provide support for attorneys and back-up assistants as needed.
- Prepare pleadings and electronically file via CompFile to include Appearances Request for Hearing Settlement Contract Motion to Consolidate and other pleadings.
- Prepare merge templates and forms transcribe dictation from digital dictation software and proofread documents.
- 90% of the job is typing and transcribing dictation coordinating depositions and IMEs and preparing any necessary letters and notices maintenance of files including filing and coordination of court appearances.
- Profile and maintain documents in a document management software program to ensure case materials are electronically saved and current.
- Keep cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software.
- Enhance trial proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed.
- Fast paced and accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) required.
- Typing speed of 60-70 WPM
- 3 years of legal support experience in a law firm required.
- Dictation experience required.
- Working knowledge of court rules and procedures.
- Microsoft Word experience required; Excel and PowerPoint experience preferred.
- Outstanding organizational interpersonal and administrative skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and prioritize a high-volume caseload.
- Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
- Firm and Client Confidentiality required.
- Ability to work independently and reliably.
- Ability to work with the team.
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Additional Information :
Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Critical Illness Accident Group Term life Voluntary term life STD LTD 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match and paid time off.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
