Paralegal

Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC (KNR); Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC (KNR) in Cleveland, OH seeks a Paralegal to support attorneys by researching facts, preparing documents, and managing cases with accuracy and timely client communication.

Responsibilities include obtaining and organizing medical records, drafting correspondence, supporting settlement and litigation steps, and maintaining file integrity in a professional office environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of relevant paralegal experience is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Paralegal certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and research facts to assist assigned attorney.
• Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
• Organize medical records and communicate with clients and attorneys.
• Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers.
• Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements.
• Balance verifications and assist with lien resolution.
• Prepare file for litigation transfer when necessary.

Skills

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Legal research

English grammar

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of relevant work experience

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Paralegal certificate (preferred)

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Description

The Paralegal position is responsible for investigating and researching facts and preparing documents to assist and support their assigned attorney. Responsibilities include accurate management of cases and timely communication with clients and attorneys.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Paralegal position is responsible for investigating and researching facts and preparing documents to assist and support their assigned attorney. Responsibilities include accurate management of cases and timely communication with clients and attorneys.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Case Management
  • Obtain, review, and organize medical records
  • Insurance coverage investigation
  • Prepare, calculate, and maintain damage summaries including medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage
  • Log daily mail
  • Prepare and forward medical records to insurance carriers
  • Draft correspondence necessary for case management
  • Balance verifications and assist with subrogation lien resolution
  • Prepare check requests, maintain check records, and mail checks
  • Assist attorney with settlement documentation and disbursements
  • Prepare disbursement summaries
  • Prepare file for litigation transfer when necessary
• Communication
  • Consistent and regular communication with clients regarding case status
  • Weekly reports
  • Monthly team meetings
• Provide support for other team members in their absence
• Meet/exceed goals
• Regular, consistent, punctual attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Two years of relevant work experience required
• Prefer Bachelor’s degree
• Prefer paralegal certificate

KNOWLEDGE:

• Highly proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Legal practices and procedures.
• Business practices.
• Standard clerical and general office administration procedures
• High command of English grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling.
• Use of computers and related software applications.
• Research procedures.
• Procedures for preparing legal documentation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. Exposure to computer screens and low level of noise.

Salary Description

$17 - $26/h