SSD Case Manager - Legal Support for Disability Claims

Ligori & Ligori PA; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance paid by us

Life insurance $50,000 policy

Job summary

Ligori & Ligori Attorneys at Law in Tampa, FL, seeks a highly organized Legal Assistant to support SSD case work. You will handle administrative tasks, maintain case notes, interview clients and witnesses, obtain medical records, and assist attorneys with SSD forms and filings.

The role requires familiarity with SSD processes, strong communication, and the ability to work closely with attorneys in a busy practice.

Qualifications

• Must have a High school diploma or GED.
• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies preferred.
• At least 1 year experience as a Legal Assistant in an SSD department preferred.
• Experience with Personal Injury Case Management preferred.
• Highly organized with multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Take care of administrative tasks such as answering phones and maintaining an organized filing system for all legal documents and client billing.
• Maintain accurate case notes and ensure all client communications and case activities are documented in the case management system.
• Conduct interviews and communicate regularly with clients and witnesses to gather information, provide updates, and schedule meetings/hearings.
• Obtain, review, and organize medical records and other supporting evidence.
• Review claims files and identify missing evidence or development needed to support SSD claims.
• Prepare and submit SSD forms, correspondence, appeals, and other documents.
• Assist attorneys with preparation, development, and prosecution of SSD claims.
• Monitor and track filing and appeal deadlines and other milestones.
• Provide general administrative support, including calendar management and travel arrangements.
• Include Personal Injury Case Management as assigned.

Skills

Organized

Strong communication

Multitasking

Client relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Ligori & Ligori Attorneys at Law in Tampa, FL, seeks a highly organized Legal Assistant to support SSD case work. You will handle administrative tasks, maintain case notes, interview clients and witnesses, obtain medical records, and assist attorneys with SSD forms and filings.

The role requires familiarity with SSD processes, strong communication, and the ability to work closely with attorneys in a busy practice.