A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Legal Assistant Ullian Trial Law Vero Beach, FL Job Details Full-time $40,000 - $55,000 a year 5 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Teamwork Personal injury law Legal administrative experience Document review Law office experience Productivity software Full Job Description
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Overview Ullian Trial Law is a plaintiffs' personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death law firm founded by Dane R. Ullian, a trial attorney with an established history of multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements for the victims of negligence and their families. We are seeking experienced, detail-oriented Legal Assistants or Paralegals who share our Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Passion, and Compassion.
What You'll Be Doing:
Client Interaction :
Meet with clients both in-person and over the phone, ensuring clear communication and providing a high level of customer care.
Intake :
Confer with potential new clients regarding the details of their matter, gather the relevant information for attorney review and client consultation, and ensure completion of all new client documents.
Scheduling :
Manage attorney's calendar, which will include coordinating legal proceedings such as mediation, depositions, and hearings.
File Management :
Manage and track all incoming communications, including emails, phone calls, mail, and service documents, ensuring that they are properly filed and reach the appropriate person.
Medical Record Management:
As experience and workflow allows, may be asked to gather, review, and update medical records, bills, and lien documents from medical providers, insurers, and third-party processors.
Collaboration :
Work closely with the attorney, client, and our legal team to ensure smooth case progression and client success.
What We're Looking For:
Experience :
At least 1 to 3 years of experience as a legal assistant, secretary, or receptionist, preferably in the Personal Injury field.
Skills :
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Comfort communicating with prospective new clients, existing clients, opposing counsel, courthouse personnel, and vendors.
Drive :
Self-motivated and able to work independently in a dynamic environment.
Why You Should Join Us:
Competitive Compensation :
Earn $40,000 - $55,000 per year, plus bonuses!
Benefits :
We offer a generous health reimbursement account from which you can pay premiums, copays, and other medical expenses, paid holidays, paid office closure from December 24 through January 1, and paid time off. Opportunities for
Growth :
This is an opportunity to grow with a young firm and build out quality processes from an early stage. There is substantial growth potential for quality employees.
Work-Life Balance :
At Ullian Trial Law, family comes first. We support each other in ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. Our clients deserve our very best, but we cannot give our very best without personal fulfillment and reasonable downtime out of the office.
Work Environment:
Full-time position, based in Vero Beach, FL . Monday to Thursday (8:30 am- 5:30 pm ), with one-hour lunch Friday (8:30 am- 3:00 pm ), with one-hour lunch Flexible Schedule may be available depending upon the circumstances.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off
