Overview
Paralegal/Legal Assistant Jobs in Milwaukee, WI at AHU Technologies Inc
Kitch Attorneys & Counselors is a defense-oriented firm. We are looking for a specialized Medical Malpractice Legal Secretaries who have 2-4 years of experience to undertake a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. The perfect candidate will work under the supervision of attorneys and will also provide support in assigned legal cases. The goal is to sustain efficiency of all office procedures and case management so as to guarantee reliability and consistency.
Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to one or more attorneys
Effectively communicate with witnesses, clients, colleagues and partners
Write case briefs and synopses of depositions, contracts and testimony
Conduct thorough statistical/documentary research
Source and verify important case intelligence
Produce and file various legal documents such as appeals, motions or petitions
Preserve an updated case record system
Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate
Maintain and update inventories of contact details
Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders
Duties as assigned
Skills
Proven experience as legal secretary (At least 2-4 years of experience preferred)
Knowledge of legal terminology, regulations and court system
Knowledge of MS Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, transcription software, dictation, document management system)
Shows expertise with redacting claim files
Possesses superb at typing skills in order to work on dictation efficiently
Working knowledge of litigation management software systems is a plus
Proficiency in English
Skilled at ordering medical records
Proficient with maintaining a Calendar Task List
Qualified at scheduling depositions
Strong proofreading, grammar, and writing skills
Outstanding time-management and typing skills
Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people
Legal Secretary certification or diploma
Paralegal experience is a plus
2-4 years of experience as a Legal Secretary
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
Legal Secretary: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Company: AHU Technologies Inc
Location: Milwaukee, WI
