Job title: Legal Secretary
Company: Crawford Thomas Recruiting
Job description: Salary:
$50k-$70k+Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Legal Secretary to join our small personal injury firm. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational abilities, impeccable grammar and spelling, and a strong aptitude for multitasking. This role involves extensive client interaction, drafting correspondence, conducting interviews, transcribing dictations, summarizing medical records, and maintaining paper-based filing systems. While prior experience in workers’ compensation and/or personal injury law is preferred, we are open to training candidates who demonstrate exceptional potential and a willingness to learn.Responsibilities:
- Communicate effectively with clients, demonstrating strong customer service skills and professionalism at all times.
- Draft and prepare legal documents, including letters, pleadings, motions, and other correspondence, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established formats and legal procedures.
- Conduct client interviews, gathering necessary information under attorney supervision.
- Transcribe dictations from attorneys and other legal professionals accurately and efficiently.
- Summarize medical records and other relevant documentation for case preparation.
- Manage paper-based filing systems, organizing and maintaining documents for easy retrieval.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings.
- Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to support case preparation and litigation processes.
- Stay current with legal industry trends and developments, continually seeking opportunities for professional growth and development.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification or coursework in legal studies preferred.
- Prior experience as a legal secretary or similar role, preferably in workers’ compensation and/or personal injury law.
- Proficiency in grammar, spelling, and typing, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional demeanor.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Flexibility regarding work hours and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
- Positive attitude, team-oriented mindset, and willingness to learn and grow in the role.
Expected salary: $50000 – 70000 per year
Location: Brentwood, MO
Job date: Tue, 09 Jul 2024 22:59:17 GMT
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