Legal Assistant

Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban in Chesapeake, VA seeks a detail-oriented Personal Injury Legal Assistant to support our paralegals and manage day-to-day operations of the firm.

The role involves processing new client matters, preparing engagement letters, obtaining medical records, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate hard-copy and electronic files. A polished, client-focused approach and the ability to juggle multiple tasks are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of clerical/administrative experience.
• Prior experience supporting paralegals or attorneys preferred.
• Ability to respond quickly and efficiently to requests.
• Polished and professional; Positive, client-oriented attitude.
• Able to manage and balance multiple tasks and priorities.
• Dependability and punctual at work.
• Candidate must have at least a high school diploma (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Process and input new client matters and documentation into the Firm's case management system
• Assist paralegal in preparing routine engagement letters and their distribution
• Assist paralegal in obtaining medical records/bills related to client treatment
• Assist paralegal in verifying, confirming, and documenting account balances with medical personnel
• Prepare and maintain both hard-copy and electronic files, ensuring their accuracy and completeness
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as word processing, filing, copying, and scanning to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of paralegal files

Skills

Clerical experience

Paralegal support

Time management

Client service

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our law firm as a Personal Injury Legal Assistant. This position will provide support to our personal injury paralegals and assist with the day-to-day operations of our legal practice.

Responsibilities include:

• Process and input new client matters and documentation into the Firm's case management system
• Assist paralegal in preparing routine engagement letters and their distribution
• Assist paralegal in obtaining medical records/bills related to client treatment
• Assist paralegal in verifying, confirming, and documenting account balances with medical personnel
• Prepare and maintain both hard-copy and electronic files, ensuring their accuracy and completeness
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as word processing, filing, copying, and scanning to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of paralegal files

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-2 years clerical/administrative experience
• Prior experience supporting paralegals or attorneys preferred
• Ability to respond quickly and efficiently to requests
• Polished and professional; Positive, client-oriented attitude
• Able to manage and balance multiple tasks and priorities
• Dependability and consistently at work on time
• Candidate must have at least a high school diploma (or equivalent)