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Legal Assistant Jobs in Hickory County, MO at DeMayo Law Offices, LLP
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: DeMayo Law Offices, LLP
Location: Hickory County, MO
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Join us in the fight for what’s right!
DeMayo Law Offices is seeking a Legal Assistant to communicate regularly with clients to help resolve client questions & provide case status updates. This role is also responsible for setting up new client files, reviewing sign up documents for errors or missing information, and requesting medical records and bills on behalf of our clients as needed.
Responsibilities
Set up new mass tort files
Make/receive 30-40+ calls per day to/from client
Resolve client questions, provide updates on status of the case, and document communications in our case management software
Review documents & scan into the case file daily
Send documents to clients periodically
Occasionally request client medical records and bills from providers
Assist the Mass Tort Paralegal on projects as needed
Serve as backup for Receptionist & other office need
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred; however, a combination of education, certifications and experience may be considered
One year of office/administrative experience preferred
Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally/over the phone
Must be persistent to follow up or requested information
Must be self-motivated and demonstrate initiative to complete duties without supervision
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task while maintaining high attention to detail
Ability to prioritize job responsibilities to accommodate an ever-changing, fast-paced environment
Knowledge of Microsoft Windows/Office and ability to learn and use various software programs
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Base life insurance paid by the firm plus supplemental option
Short and long-term disability paid by the firm
401(k) with match
PTO, plus holidays and paid volunteer time off
Education and gym reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Statement
DeMayo Law Offices is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
