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WGK Personal Injury Lawyers, a respected law firm in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a skilled Personal Injury Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team. Renowned for our commitment to delivering top-tier legal services, we specialize in personal injury cases, with a focus on auto accidents.
As a key member of our firm, you will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys by managing personal injury cases, maintaining clear and consistent client communication, and ensuring all case-related documents, records, and bills are accurate and up to date. You will also serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing compassionate and professional support throughout the legal process.
We are looking for a candidate with strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and a genuine passion for helping others. Prior experience as a legal assistant is required.
Position Details
- Hours Monday to Friday, 900 a.m. - 500 p.m. (on-site)
- Salary $50,000 - $62,500 annually, depending on experience
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid Time off
- 401(k)
- Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Other benefits to be discussed during the interview
If you're dedicated to client advocacy and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, we encourage you to apply.
Compensation
$50,000 - $62,500 yearly
Responsibilities
- Client Communication Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, provide updates on case status, answer inquiries, and offer compassionate support throughout the legal process
- Case Management Gather necessary information for new cases, communicate with clients regularly, and maintain up-to-date records in the firm’s case management system
- Document Preparation and Filing Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents such as settlement demands in a timely and accurate manner
- Medical Records and Billing Management Obtain and organize medical records, bills, and other documentation related to personal injury cases, ensuring accuracy for settlement negotiations or trials
- Case Research Conduct research related to case law, statutes, and legal precedents to support attorneys in the preparation of legal strategies and briefs
- Client File Organization Maintain comprehensive and organized physical and electronic client files, ensuring confidentiality and easy accessibility for all case-related documents
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in personal injury case management, preferably in auto-accident cases
- Workers' Compensation experience a plus
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) is preferable
- Proficiency in legal software applications
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
- Willingness to learn and take direction
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
- Independent problem solver
About Company
We're a personal injury law firm in Baltimore, MD. The firm was established in 1977 by William Kolodner, who passed the torch to his daughter Jill Kolodner and grandson Hunter Duke, keeping the business a family-run, multi-generational firm. We have been helping injured folks in MD get the compensation they deserve against negligent defendants.
Our mission is to help as many Marylanders get the best legal representation by guiding them through the legal process, so they can focus on recovering from their injuries. We believe our firm offers the best personal injury legal services in MD. We want to continue to expand our team so we can maintain our top-notch customer service and legal expertise for our expanding clientele. Victims of personal injury will know that they can call us to handle their case thoroughly and expeditiously. Our team is composed of compassionate individuals committed to advocating for clients.
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