Legal Assistant

Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Free parking

Health insurance

Life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

A legal firm in Charlotte is seeking an entry-level Legal Assistant to provide crucial administrative and legal support. The role requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of legal terminology, and proficiency in MS Office. Responsibilities include managing client documents, preparing engagement letters, and performing various clerical tasks. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as an administrative/legal assistant is required.
• Experience working with a personal injury firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and input new client matters into the Firm's case management system.
• Prepare engagement letters and manage their distribution.
• Obtain medical records/bills related to client treatment.
• Document account balances with medical personnel.
• Maintain accurate hard-copy and electronic files.
• Perform word processing, filing, copying, and scanning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of legal terminology

Proficiency in MS Office

Job description

Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban provided pay range

This range provided by Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$16.00/hr - $18.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our team and provide administrative and legal support to our attorneys. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and have a strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Responsibilities include researching legal documents, preparing court documents, filing documents with the court, and providing general administrative support. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and input new client matters and documentation into the Firm's case management system
• Prepare routine engagement letters and manage their distribution
• Request, follow up and obtain medical records/bills related to client treatment
• Verify, confirm, and document account balances with medical personnel
• Prepare and maintain both hard-copy and electronic files, ensuring their accuracy and completeness
• Copy, scan, and organize case documentation for paralegal files
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as word processing, filing, copying, and scanning, ensuring their accuracy and timeliness

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as a administrative/legal assistant (Required)
• Must be MS Office Proficient (Required)
• Prepare routine engagement letters and manage their distribution (Required)
• 1 year experience working with a personal injury firm (Preferred)

Benefits

• 401(k) + matching
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal and Administrative

Industries

Legal Services