Legal Assistant

Thompson Law; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance 100% paid by firm

Life Insurance 100% paid by firm

Voluntary Life Insurance

FSA/HSA

Paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

Weekday schedule, no weekends

Job summary

Thompson Law in El Segundo, CA seeks a Legal Assistant to identify sources of recovery, gather case information, and contribute to a positive client experience from the start.

The role involves organizing files, locating recovery sources, and protecting clients from predatory insurance practices. A fast-paced environment requires strong admin skills and multilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of law firm experience preferred (personal injury experience a plus).
• Proficiency in administrative and computer skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Demonstrable ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Gather factual and claim-related information to assist in case organization.
• Conduct thorough investigations to locate sources of recovery for clients.
• Assist in protecting clients against predatory insurance practices.
• Maintain the case's electronic files and ensure completeness.
• Dispatch initial letters related to the case.

Skills

Administrative skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Bilingual EN/ES

Job description

One of our portfolio companies, Thompson Law, has a clear vision: to be the law firm of choice for every person injured or killed due to a preventable tragedy. They are committed to providing clients with world-class service and record-setting results, supported by an exceptional team that continues to drive incredible growth and opportunity.

Thompson Law, a nationally growing personal injury firm based in El Segundo, California seeks a Legal Assistant to join the team!

The Position:

As a Legal Assistant, your primary task will be to identify sources of recovery, such as insurance policies, that could compensate our clients for their injuries. In addition, you'll gather critical case information and contribute to a positive client experience from the start.

Responsibilities:

• Gather factual and claim-related information to assist in case organization
• Conduct thorough investigations to locate sources of recovery for our clients
• Assist in the protection of our clients against predatory insurance practices
• Maintained the case's electronic files, ensuring client files were complete
• Dispatch initial letters related to the case

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of law firm experience preferred (personal injury experience a plus)
• Proficiency in administrative and computer skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Demonstrable ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required

Total Compensation Package:

• We expect the compensation for this role to start at $19 an hour plus a bonus, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience.
• Employee Health Insurance premium 100% paid by the firm.
• Basic life insurance 100% paid by the firm
• Voluntary life insurance coverage
• FSA/HSA
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Monday to Friday work schedule with no weekends

At Thompson Law, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the compensation for this role to depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Thompson Law is a personal injury law firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in Texas, Arizona, California, and Georgia. We represent individuals and families who have been injured due to the negligence of others, helping them recover physically, financially, and emotionally after serious accidents. With more than $2.1 billion recovered for our clients, our firm focuses on delivering real results while providing clear guidance through every step of the legal process.

Thompson Law is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.