Workers Compensation/Personal Injury Legal Assistant (LA) / Paralegal

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeking Experienced Workers Compensation/Personal Injury Legal Assistant or Paralegal in Illinois

Hiring for Full-Time Position with Competitive Salary Based on Experience

Job Title: Workers Compensation/Personal Injury Legal Assistant (LA) / Paralegal
H1 Heading: Join Our Team as a Workers Compensation/Personal Injury Legal Assistant (LA) / Paralegal
H2 Heading: Experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal Wanted for Fast-Paced Law Firm in Illinois

Position Summary:
- Responsible for handling all aspects of workers compensation and/or personal injury cases
- Must have at least 2 years of prior experience in worker's compensation and/or personal injury
- Detail-oriented and self-starter with excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Job Requirements:
- Conduct client intake interviews and manage intake calls
- Organize and maintain client files
- Transcribe and compose routine letters and documents
- File management, copying, scanning, and file set up
- Work with medical records and other documents, including organizing and indexing
- Maintain attorney calendar and schedule appointments and deadlines
- Prepare documentation for file and conduct research to support legal proceedings
- Act as a liaison between clients and attorneys
- Prepare discovery documents, legal pleadings, and correspondence
- Review and analyze medical records and assist with trial preparation
- Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate with clients, courts, witnesses, and third-parties
- Proficient in MS Office Applications and ability to organize daily activities and work as a team player

Additional Information:
- Full-time position, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM with one hour for lunch
- Must be able to work from one of our office locations in Bloomington, Champaign, Decatur, Macomb, Quincy, Rushville, or Springfield, IL
- To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements

Law Firm Mission and Values:
- Support the Kanoski Bresney (KB) mission and values
- Align, motivate, and inspire team members to deliver exceptional high-quality results
- Foster a positive work environment by building effective working relationships and making sound decisions

Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Continuing education and training opportunities
- Opportunities for career advancement within the law firm

Requirements:
- At least 2 years of prior experience in worker's compensation and/or personal injury
- Detail-oriented and self-starter with excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Proficient in MS Office Applications and legal management software
- Must have exceptional communication skills and be comfortable communicating with clients, courts, witnesses, and third-parties
- Ability to multi-task and meet time-sensitive goals

Join our team at the law firm and use your experience in worker's compensation and personal injury to make a difference in the lives of our clients. Apply now and be a part of our mission to deliver high-quality, client-focused results.

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Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Detail-oriented, Self-starter, Responsible, Fast-paced, Organizational skills, Communication skills, Confidentiality, Professionalism, High-quality, Client-focused, Positive work environment, Team player, Legal management software, Research, Oral and written communication, Time management, MS Office, Multitasking

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Interested candidates should provide a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements through the provided link.

Qualification and Experience At least two years of prior worker's compensation and/or personal injury experience

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