Our growing law firm is seeking a FULL TIME, highly motivated, very positive, competent, and skilled

LEGAL ASSISTANT / SECRETARY

to fill a long-term career position. This individual must be confident, self-motivated, detail-oriented, invested in his/her career with highly developed people skills, and a go-getter attitude. A strong work ethic and attention to detail are required. Ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure is a must.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Professionally interact with potential new clients, active and former clients, adjusters, physician staff, opposing counsel, and Court personnel
• Perform intake screening for potential new clients
• Professionally communicate with client regarding case status, upcoming Court appearances, medical treatments, etc.
• Opening and closing case files
• Organizing and maintaining electronic case files
• Request medical records and bills and follow-up on requests
• Review and synopsize medical records
• Excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills are required for accurate and timely transcriptions and document production
• Ability to handle electronic filing and legal document production such as pleadings and correspondence under the guidance of an attorney
• Coordinate and prepare all Notices of Hearings, Depositions, Mediations, etc., under the guidance of an attorney
• Maintain and manage all aspects of litigation calendar and database management systems
• Planning and scheduling meetings and appointments
• Monitor all deadlines
• Maintain and preserve important legal documents, including scanning and indexing in case management software
• All general clerical functions
• Ability to collaborate and contribute as a team member
• Must maintain a professional attitude and appearance

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a college degree
• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant and/or Legal Secretary is preferred but not required
• Legal studies certification is a plus but not required
• Must have a minimum typing speed of 65-75 wpm. Typing test required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Proficiency in Zoom, WebEx, and other virtual meeting platforms
• Ability to take directions from multiple staff members
• Experience with the litigation process is preferred but not required
• Experience with legal case management software is preferred with preference given to Smokeball.
• Experience with legal billing is preferred.
• Notary certification is a plus but not required
• Bilingual or multi-lingual is a plus but not required
• Ability to provide references if requested

NEEDED TO START IMMEDIATELY

Job Type:

Full Time Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Location:

Valdosta, Georgia 31602

• Must be able to reliably commute or planning to relocate prior to starting work Résumés and cover letters should be sent in PDF format to: bajalialaw@bajalialaw.

com

Job Type:

Full-time Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Legal administrative: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Valdosta, GA 31602 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Valdosta, GA 31602: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person