Legal Assistant- Worker's Comp

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Paid time off

Evans & Dixon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.

H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant with a Top Law Firm in St. Louis
H2: Gain Real-World Legal Experience in Worker's Comp Cases

Evans & Dixon, a leading law firm in the Midwest, is seeking a Legal Assistant with 1-3+ years of experience to join our St. Louis Worker's Compensation team. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and a generous benefits package.

We are looking for a responsible and organized individual with excellent technical and interpersonal skills. As a Legal Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys and gain valuable experience in all phases of the litigation process.

Responsibilities of this role include transcription of dictation, organizing and maintaining case files, gathering and arranging evidence, and communicating with clients, witnesses, and outside vendors. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.

To be considered for this position, candidates must have 1-3+ years of legal experience and be familiar with legal and medical terminology. Prior experience in Worker's Comp is preferred, but not required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new software applications is also required.

At Evans & Dixon, we pride ourselves on our practical and efficient approach to providing legal advice to our clients. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation or serving as outside general counsel, we are committed to delivering the best results for our clients. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to broaden their horizons and advance their legal career.

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and 401k profit sharing. We also have a strong emphasis on work-life balance and offer paid time off, as well as social, charity, and wellness events for our employees.

Evans & Dixon is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.

Join our team at Evans & Dixon and take the next step in your legal career. Apply now for the Legal Assistant position in our St. Louis office.

responsibilities:

transcription of dictation
open and close case files
organize and maintain documents in a paper & electronic filing systems
gather and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
file exhibits, briefs, appeals and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel
call clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside vendors to schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions
submit invoices for payment to accounts payable

skills and specifications:

proficient knowledge of microsoft office suite programs
ability to learn various software applications
must be detail oriented & have the ability to multi-task

education and qualifications:

1-3+ years of legal experience
familiar with legal/medical terminology
prior worker's comp experience preferred, but not required

evans & dixon provides midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications and hands-on industry knowledge

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