Legal Assistant
Finnegan, Marks, Desmond & Jones - San Bruno, CA, USA
Job Title: Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant
Location: San Bruno, California
Hours: 8:30-5:00 Monday-Friday
Job Type: Full-time
Hybrid remote/in office position - California Residents ONLY
Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated, tech savvy workers' compensation legal assistant to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for assisting multiple attorneys with managing the day-to-day operations of our workers' compensation practice. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and be able to work well under pressure.
Responsibilities:
Drafting and correcting correspondence for proper grammar and spelling
Assisting attorneys with preparing and filing legal documents using EAMS
Scheduling and confirming hearing, depositions, etc.
Setting up and maintaining electronic case files using MerusCase software
Receiving and placing telephone calls
Backing up other legal assistants as needed
Performing other administrative tasks as required
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and work well under pressure with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must work collaboratively with attorneys and staff at all levels to achieve goals
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe
MerusCase software experience a plus
Knowledge of California workers' compensation laws and procedures preferred
High school diploma or equivalent; some college or legal assistant training preferred
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration. We offer competitive salary and benefits package including health and dental benefits, 401k. Salary negotiable based on experience.