Legal Assistant

2-2 yrs required

Full-time

No

SEO Friendly Job Title: Legal Assistant - Personal Injury Law Firm

H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant at Hughes & Coleman Law Firm

H2: Essential Functions and Competencies of a Legal Assistant at Hughes & Coleman Law Firm

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- Hughes & Coleman Law Firm Seeking Legal Assistant with Personal Injury Law Experience
- Join Our Growing Team and Enhance Your Legal Career at Hughes & Coleman Law Firm
- Become a Part of the Hughes & Coleman Culture and Deliver Extraordinary Service to Clients
- Competitive Salary and Benefits Offered for Full-Time Non-Exempt Legal Assistant Position

Summary:

Hughes & Coleman Law Firm (H&C) is a growing personal injury law firm seeking a Legal Assistant with at least 2 years of experience. With offices in Kentucky and Tennessee, H&C is dedicated to exceeding client expectations through exceptional service. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for a variety of essential functions, including client communication, document preparation, and case management. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time non-exempt position with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Essential Functions:

- Extensive client contact and management of walk-in clients
- Preparation and review of settlement documents
- Filing complaints, drafting pleadings, and scheduling depositions and mediation
- Reviewing and summarizing medical records and insurance information
- Acting as a liaison between clients, attorneys, and insurance companies
- Maintaining accurate and thorough records and data
- Balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
- Providing general support to attorneys
- Ensuring efficient progression of each case
- Following company standards and regulations
- Demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement

Competencies and Skills:

- High school diploma or equivalent education/experience
- 2 years of experience in a legal office
- 1 year of personal injury law experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Highly organized with excellent follow-up skills
- Ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines
- Professional and respectful demeanor
- Reliable and dependable
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Self-motivated and driven

Leadership or Supervisory Responsibilities:

- Demonstrate personal accountability and contribute to the success of others
- No direct supervision

Physical Demands, Work Environment and Other Requirements:

- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Our Team Members:

- Represent the firm well in appearance, attitude, and enthusiasm
- Ask for referrals and positive online reviews
- Maintain client confidentiality
- Always be prepared for meetings and client visits
- Return calls promptly
- Treat clients, vendors, and coworkers with courtesy and respect
- Greet everyone with a smile

Equal Employment Opportunity:

At Hughes & Coleman, diversity is celebrated and supported for the benefit of our Team Members, products, and community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Other Duties:

This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Team Members are expected to maintain regular attendance and comply with company policies and procedures.

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Client communication, case management, legal research, drafting legal documents, Microsoft Office proficiency, organization, attention to detail, time management

High School Diploma or equivalent education/experience

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent education/experience, 2 years of legal office work experience, 1 year of Personal Injury law experience, 1 year of experience working on personal injury files

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