Legal Secretary - Workers Compensation

Cipriani & Werner is a multidisciplinary law firm. We have long been recognized as a firm that seeks to understand the needs and interests of our clients. From that point forward, we strive to deliver results that are expected by our clients. The Columbia Workers' Compensation Group in our Maryland Office is looking for a Legal Secretary to join our growing team. The candidate must be able to work in person in the Columbia, MD office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: direct contact with clients, courts, and other entities answer incoming phone calls prepare and maintain physical and electronic client files schedule appointments and maintain attorney and litigation calendars file pleadings, prepare and work on discovery documents, discovery demands, and responses obtain documents and other expert discovery coordinate/book deposition scheduling draft correspondence help coordinate for a very high-speed legal office organize client files, pleadings, exhibit binders, discovery, etc. handle incoming and outgoing mail for all attorneys and legal staff

Position Requirements:

High school diploma required, bachelor's degree preferred 2 years of legal workers' compensation required, 5 years preferred Knowledge of e-filing systems across multiple jurisdictions (DC/MD/VA) required Ability to proofread required Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred Must be a self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills with the ability to work as a team member in a high-volume fast paced work environment Cipriani & Werner P.C. offers a comprehensive benefit package.

Highlights include:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Matching 401(k) Paid time off Mentorship opportunities Collaborative and welcoming work environment Work-Life balance This is an in-person position. The salary rage for this position is $45,000-$60,000 and represents C&W's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, included but not limited to experience and qualifications. Cipriani & Werner P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and 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.