What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at David M. Benenfeld, P.A.?
West Ft. Lauderdale busy Plaintiff Law firm is expanding and seeking a Full-Time Workers’ Compensation Legal Assistant to become part of our team. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish. The ideal candidate would have 2 years minimum experience. We are seeking a personable individual with a positive attitude to assist with cases from inception to closure. Increased responsibility and growth is available based on individual accomplishments and firm needs. Salary commensurate with experience.
Job Highlights:
- Assist with cases from inception to closure
- Drafting and typing routine correspondence
- Taking and making calls with clients, attorneys and staff, adjusters, court representatives, medical providers, and other individuals
- Communicate with individuals via e-mail
- Scheduling and coordinating appointments, meetings, phone conferences, depositions, and hearings
- Preparing of pleadings including. but not limited to notices, motions, hearings, requests to produce, subpoenas as well as E- filings
- Perform filing, organizing, and maintaining files
- Conduct faxing, scanning, and copying
- Misc. office tasks
Qualifications:
- Must be bilingual in English and Spanish
- Motivated, organized, and detail orientated individual
- Able to work well in a busy environment both independently and as a team player
- Excellent communication skills, verbally and written, being professional and courteous
- Ability to multi-task and be flexible with priority of work tasks
- Great time/task management skills
- Ability to work on site in office with a commitment of 36.25 hours a week
- Experience and working knowledge in using computers and office equipment
Benefits:
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Perks to show appreciation for employees
- Monday through Friday schedule
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
- No travel
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23