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Keith D. Weiner & Associates Co., LPA
Legal Specialist- Complaints
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What they do
A Legal Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Prepares documents such as subpoenas or summonses and assists with legal research. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal.
$50,936 / year median in Ohio
-31% projected decline
Job Description
Legal Specialist- Complaints Keith D. Weiner & Associates Co., LPA - 3.7 Cleveland, OH Job Details Full-time From $18 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Volunteer time off Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy Filing Document review Organizational skills Typing Full Job Description KWA is currently looking for a highly motivated legal assistant to handle complaints who enjoy working in a progressive-minded value-driven organization. We are looking for candidates with excellent organization and communication skills who are goal-oriented. Have the ability to prioritize conflicting demands, takes initiative, outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a group and independently with a multitude of personalities. The primary responsibility is providing administrative support to the collection department. Some of the main responsibilities of a legal assistant - complaints are. Prepare complaints, amended complaints and amended demands for attorney review. Follow up on accounts with pending complaint requests every 7 days to ensure complaints are filed in a timely manner. Follow up on all affidavit requests sent to the clients. Re-send affidavit requests to the clients if affidavits have not been received within a reasonable amount of time (approx. 30 days). If an affidavit has been requested from the client twice and the affidavit has yet to be received, forward the file to the Client Liaison who will then contact the client. Pull and work all assigned reports related to complaint department on a regular basis ie. complaints, amended complaints, affidavits, complaint document review, advanced funds received and amended demands. Perform miscellaneous duties related to preparation of complaints ie. verifying legal names of new clients, obtaining miscellaneous documents needed for complaint preparation of new clients and preparing new and/or revised templates as needed for supervisor review. Copy and mail all complaints and demands to the Court and defendant(s) when needed. E-File filings as needed. Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance at the Firm worksite and other worksites that may be assigned. MISC Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality with reliable transportation. Good computer skills and typing skills are needed. Hours 8:00 am -5:00 pm M-F with the ability to flex your schedule. Casual dress Paid time off (PTO): 1st year 2 weeks, 2nd year 3 weeks with a max of 5 weeks. 9 paid holidays Earn incentives through monthly contests. Great work environment and attractive benefits package including health, FSA, HSA, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) Plan, paid holidays, paid volunteer time off, and generous paid time off (PTO) policy.