Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Saint Louis, MO

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Law Firm

Saint Louis, MO

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Saint Louis, MO

Legal Staff

1-2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Presuit Secretary

Job Responsibilities:
The Presuit Secretary plays a critical role in the pre-litigation phase of legal cases at the law firm. This position requires close collaboration with a Case Manager and involves a variety of tasks integral to preparing and managing cases before they proceed to litigation. Key responsibilities include:

- Requesting medical bills and records to support case documentation.
- Submitting requests for coverage verification through Shared Services.
- Opening new cases by sending introductory letters as per the New File Open Checklist, which includes requesting PIP logs, health insurance lien letters, bill PIP letters, PIP applications, requesting PD estimates, and sending PD letters.
- Contacting insurance companies to obtain claim numbers, confirming verbal limits, and following up on disclosures, although Presuit Secretaries do not set up new claims.
- Managing turn downs by sending No Longer Representation Letters via fax, email, or mail once approved.
- Verifying balances from medical providers, health insurance, and work compensation liens.
- Requesting cost checks from accounting to pay invoices.
- Compiling all necessary documents for demands and merging them into a Demand Packet PDF.
- Closing files by mailing final pay letters to all medical providers and lien holders.
- Processing settlements by mailing proceeds checks (if applicable) and DCD checks.
- Scanning documents into the case management system (CP).
- Checking and managing incoming mail through Docufree.
- Communicating with clients as required by staff to obtain updates on their matters.
- Saving all sent and received faxes with appropriate titles for record-keeping.
- Mailing government letters via certified mail.
- Assisting case managers and attorneys in organizing client files in the case management system, Litify.
- Completing check requests for medical records, accident reports, driving records, and vehicle ownership, and submitting them for processing.
- Performing general administrative office duties as needed.
- Assisting with other tasks as requested by attorneys or case staff.

Education and Experience Information:
The text does not specify exact educational or experience requirements for the Presuit Secretary position. However, given the nature of the tasks, candidates are likely expected to have some level of administrative experience, particularly in a legal or similar professional environment, to effectively perform the duties listed.

Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Presuit Secretary position.

Benefits:
The law firm offers an excellent benefits package for full-time employees. This includes medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays, as part of their commitment to supporting their staff who are integral to the firm's mission of protecting consumer rights.

Jul 07, 2025
Jun 22, 2025
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