Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant

McAngus Goudelock and Courie; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership training programs

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Employee resource groups dedicated to

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie LLC in Jackson, MS seeks a full-time Workers’ Compensation Legal Assistant with 3–5 years of related experience. Prior law firm work is preferred, and strong typing/transcription and communication skills are essential. ProLaw experience is a plus.

The role supports attorneys and paralegals with mail review, docketing, transcription, and document formatting. A professional, organized individual who can manage deadlines will thrive in this team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related work experience.
• Prior law firm experience preferred.
• Typing/transcription skills required.

Responsibilities

• Review/Log incoming mail using ProLaw and its dockets, e-mail mail to attorney and paralegal
• Add Dockets/Tasks for Case Management Orders/Responsive Pleadings
• Transcribe pleadings, discovery, letters, client reports at attorney’s request
• Proof/format pleadings, letters, etc. prepared by attorneys
• Document conversions (PDF to Word)

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Typing

Transcription

Detail oriented

Education

High School diploma

Associates in Paralegal Studies

Tools

ProLaw

Job description

Join MGC's Workers’ Compensation Team in Jackson, MS!

At MGC, we redefine the law firm experience. As a highly respected, technology-driven law firm celebrating 31 years of excellence spanning 22 offices across 12 states, we're not your typical law firm. We offer flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation packages for motivated candidates eager to succeed.

We are currently seeking a full-time Workers’ Compensation Legal Assistant to join our team in our Jackson, MS office. Ideal candidates will have at least 3-5 years of related work experience. Prior law firm experience is preferred. Candidates should be professional, motivated, organized and possess exceptional oral and written communication skills. Typing/transcription skills required.

Responsibilities include:

• Review/Log incoming mail using ProLaw and its dockets, e-mail mail to attorney and paralegal
• Add Dockets/Tasks for Case Management Orders/Responsive Pleadings
• Transcribe pleadings, discovery, letters, client reports at attorney’s request
• Proof/format pleadings, letters, etc. prepared by attorneys
• Document conversions (PDF to Word)

Additional Benefits:

• Leadership training programs
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Goal Completion

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Associates or better in Paralegal Studies.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Prof Legal Secretary

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