Personal Injury Administrative Assistant

Block LLP

Personal Injury Administrative Assistant

Burbank, CA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are seeking a qualified personal injury legal assistant to support our attorneys and paralegals in meeting the needs of clients. You will handle all forms of office communication, from fielding calls and emails to scheduling business trips and keeping our legal team informed of impending deadlines. You'll also be filing paperwork electronically in state and federal courts, as well as ordering medical and billing data. In this role, you'll conduct additional legal research at the request of attorneys and paralegals. Prior experience in a personal injury law firm is a plus. Reach out to us if you thrive in a fast-paced setting and can reliably provide excellent results. Responsibilities: • Use time sheets on a daily basis, with the help of accounting, to bill clients accurately • Communicate with medical professionals, clients, and other suppliers in addition to expert witnesses • Conduct legal research with the assistance of lawyers and paralegals and have a working knowledge of medical terminology • Make calls and respond to emails, contact opposing attorney offices, take dictation, and advise the team of deadlines • Schedule team meetings and appointments, such as depositions, make travel arrangements, and coordinate with event vendors Qualifications: • Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills • Must have experience in use of legal software, case management, and docketing programs • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times • Associate’s degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary • At least 1-2 years of previous experience in personal injury law firm performing administrative tasks Compensation: $20 - $23 hourly

    • Assist Case Managers in all aspect of pre-litigation work, including but not limited to: lien negotiations, settlement distributions, setting up appointments, etc.