Overview:

We are actively searching for a Personal Injury Legal Assistant that has a wealth of experience in both pre-litigation and litigation phases. We value the expertise that comes with the many years that a seasoned Legal Assistant can bring. Your role will be pivotal, requiring proficiency in legal software, excellent communication skills, and a knack for time management. This full-time, onsite position is designed for a dedicated professional who is eager to be a dependable team member for our attorneys, contributing significantly to our collaborative efforts. If you have a passion for legal support and a desire to be part of a team that values your experience and work/life balance, we invite you to join us.

Responsibilities

• Scan/saved all incoming mail, emails and faxes.
• Calendar all notices with respect to defense examination, depositions, arbitration, mediation dates and court notices
• Send all notice letters to clients involving DME, depositions, arbitrations (when applicable), mediation and court appearances.
• For depositions, arrange for court reporter and translator and/or videographer, if needed, when noticed by our office.
• Confirm all attorney appearances the day before the event.
• Obtain all medical Request narrative reports under the direction of the paralegal or attorney.
• Compile and arrange all medical records in electronic file so they can be attached to Form A responses.
• Draft cover letter for amendments and serve with attachments on defense.
• Schedule Plaintiff Medical Exam (PME) and compile and send all relevant medical records and MRI films to PME doctor after attorney reviews.
• Handle incoming calls along with Paralegal.
• Handle funding requests.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant working on NY Personal Injury cases is required.
• Can take direction via email and/or verbally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Windows/MS Office Applications including Outlook Calendar, Word, Excel.
• Knowledge of Adobe PDF a plus
• Past experience working on NY Personal Injury cases as an Administrative Assistant a plus