Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Richmond, VA at Slocumb Law Firm, LLC
Summary
As a BLP Case Manager, you will oversee the life cycle of Full-Service lawsuits. You are responsible for reviewing and drafting the initial response to a lawsuit, including filing the answer. Additionally, you will oversee all post-filing litigation work, including communication with Opposing Counsels, Courts, and Attorneys. You will work with the attorneys on settlement reviews and approval between all involved parties. Also, you are responsible for coordinating any hearings or other court appearances with the BLP Network attorney and an Appearance Attorney. Additionally, you will facilitate the review, sign-off, and completion of any case-related settlement documents. Attention to detail and ownership of your cases will be imperative to your success. Critical thinking, reasoning, analyzing, and research skills are all a must in this role.
Responsibilities
· Critically review legal documents, including Summons & Complaints, Appearance forms, Discovery, and Settlement Agreements
· Prepare legal documents in accordance with company, local, and state guidelines.
· File documents, adhering to court-specific rules using efiling, email, or mailing methods.
· Update CRM software with all relevant case information.
· Oversee significant caseload volume to ensure all deadlines are met.
· Maintain all case updates, communications, and oversight.
· Complete case follow-up tasks timely and accurately
· Communicate in a professional and pleasant manner to maintain positive relationships across all partnerships.
· Assist with settlement approvals and ensure all communications are sent to the appropriate parties.
· Coordinate preparations for hearings or other court appearances between the BLP Network attorney and an Appearance Attorney
· Timely and effective follow-through on all matters regarding assigned cases
Qualifications
Required
· Legal case management experience
· Paralegal certification, similar legal services degree, or 3+ years of paralegal experience
· Proactive in finding solutions while also using discernment when a supervisor needs looped-in
· Pattern of meeting or exceeding minimum productivity requirements
· Experience drafting and reviewing legal documents
· Demonstrates ownership of work and maintains excellent quality standards
· Ability to communicate both verbally and in written format at a high level
· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
· Above average skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook and general knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Excel
Preferred
· Experience Efiling in multiple jurisdictions
· Minimum of 5 Years of experience in legal case management, with experience working cases through the complete case file
· Familiarity with navigating court websites and court records searches
· Comfortable with ambiguity and evolving practices
· Familiarity with reading court documents and drafting documents for court submissions
· Work with a high volume of documents daily and maintain digital organization
· Ability to work independently as well as with a team and multi-task on time-sensitive projects
· Familiarity with case management software and navigating multiple screens
· Effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to attorneys, courts, and other employees of the organization.
This Role Might Be for You If…
You are ACCOUNTABLE for your own cases and need minimal supervision.
You display TEAMWORK in doing what it takes to get the job done.
You are ADAPTABLE to the ever-changing work environment.
You are DRIVEN to provide the best experience for our clients.
You bring a positive ATTITUDE to work every day.
You truly CARE about the clients you serve.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work from home
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Slocumb Law Firm, LLC
Location: Richmond, VA
