Legal Staff Paralegal in Las Vegas, NV

Law Firm

Las Vegas, NV

Legal Staff Paralegal in Las Vegas, NV

Legal Staff

Min 6 yrs required

No

Job Title: Workers' Compensation Litigation Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
A Workers’ Compensation Litigation Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the Workers’ Compensation Litigation Specialists with various litigation-related issues. The primary responsibilities include:

- Processing litigation documents in line with law firm policies and procedures.
- Ensuring the case management software (CMS) feed is cleared on a daily basis.
- Completing all assigned tasks by the respective deadlines.
- Properly documenting all relevant activities in the CMS.
- Ensuring emails are cleared every day.
- Keeping attorney calendars updated with all hearing dates.
- Communicating with clients via email regarding the dates and times of their hearings.
- Monitoring the litigation calendar for upcoming deadlines and efficiency, and raising any issues or concerns with the appropriate attorney.
- Clearing the litigation mailroom daily by properly labeling litigation documents and filing them in the appropriate physical files.
- Performing other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Information:
The position requires the following educational and experience background:

- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of six months of office experience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, fax machine, printer, scanner, and computer.
- Capability to work with databases and online technological platforms.
- Detail-oriented, diligent, and flexible nature.
- Ability to handle conflicting time demands and focus on task completion with minimal supervision or need for follow-up.
- Proficient command of the English language in both oral and written formats.
- Ability to work and maintain patience with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professional competencies.
- Commitment to maintaining integrity and confidentiality on behalf of clients and the law firm.

Preferred Qualifications:

- A minimum of six months of experience in the legal field.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
- Authorization as a Nevada Notary.

Salary Information:
The salary range for the Workers' Compensation Litigation Assistant position is between $40,000 and $58,000 base, depending on experience.

Additional Information:
Working at the law firm means being part of a supportive and team-oriented workplace where employees are valued, and professional growth is encouraged. The firm offers a flexible schedule, allowing employees to choose their arrival time within a two-hour window, supporting a balance of personal and professional commitments.

The law firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The firm prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.