Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in New York, NY at Joseph & Kirschenbaum LLP
Overview:
**This is a great opportunity for starting in the legal field with no prior legal experience!!**
We are a busy Personal Injury law firm and looking to expand our Pre-Litigation department and are in immediate need of a Legal Assistant/Case Manager Assistant. The ideal candidate has pre-litigation personal injury experience, but it is not required. Day to day tasks include, medical records collection, review and analysis, assisting clients with medical providers, appointments, preparing files to submit to our demand department, and providing superior client service.
Responsibilities:
Assist case manager in managing all aspects of the PI claims in the pre-litigation phase
Provide excellent and timely customer service to clients.
Assisting in managing each assigned matter, including reviewing medical records and medical recommendations, assisting with scheduling medical appointments, obtaining referrals for additional medical treatment, appointment reminders etc.
Research and gather necessary documents for demand writing team and organize using CRM technology. Traffic collision reports, medical records, medical provider research, policy limit research, assisting in liability investigations etc. Assist and act as a liaison for other departments with the firm.
Perform other duties as assigned by Management and/or Team Leaders.
Skills:
BA/BS Degree
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Experience in a medical office can be a plus
Technology and computer savvy
Time management and attention to detail is important
Possess exceptional organization skills as well as effective oral and written communication skills
Experience in a medical office can be a plus
Self-Starter with the ability to effectively manage multiple matters at once in a fast-paced environment
1-2 years of customer service experience. Ability to handle high call volume – incoming and outgoing
1-2 years of data entry experience
Previous experience with a CRM software such as Salesforce preferred but not required
Proficiency in MS office suite
Positive attitude, eagerness, and ability to learn new process and technology
Ability to use copier, scanner, fax and computer
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer/phone (Stand desk provided if needed)
Adamson Ahdoot LLP offers excellent employee benefits package, health, vision, dental insurance, 401K, PTO, referral program, Incentives and bonuses depending on position, social outreach opportunities, team bonding events, opportunities for growth and learning. A relaxed, friendly, and upbeat environment. Beautiful offices in the heart of Beverly Hills.
About Adamson Ahdoot:
Founded in 2010 by college classmates Alan Ahdoot and Christopher Adamson, Adamson Ahdoot LLP is a personal injury law firm based in Los Angeles that takes pride in representing clients in a wide range of personal injury cases. As a full-service plaintiffs’ civil litigation firm, Adamson Ahdoot LLP handles cases from pre-litigation through trial. With over 100 years of collective legal experience, our skilled attorneys are dedicated to standing up for people who have endured wrongful conduct. We consider it an honor for our clients to entrust their cases to our firm and are determined to pursue justice on their behalf. Learn more about us at: https://aa.law/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Education:
Bachelor’s (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Los Angeles, CA 90035 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Joseph & Kirschenbaum LLP
Location: New York, NY
