Legal Assistant

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Minimum Qualifications:

2 years+ legal assistant/secretary experience;
2 years+ workers� compensation defense experience;
high school graduate;
knowledge of the workers' compensation industry
Minimum Computer Skills: * Proficiency in Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, Outlook;

claims management software (CMS);
ability to learn and adapt to new software easily; and
knowledge of EAMS forms and e-filing, terminology, and procedures
Merus (preferred)
Skills you�ll need to be a success: * ability to effectively communicate by interacting with clients, team, and attorneys;

highly organized and focused on details;
ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize during the day/week;
strong verbal and written communication;
excellent spelling and grammar with proofreading skills
professional and self-motivated;
ability to complete multiple tasks on a deadline in a fast-paced environment;
able to work independently and enjoy working as part of a team with professional & personal responsibility;
high accuracy ratio; and
reliability in work and attendance

Job Duties: * perform dictated tasks

scheduling medical appointments, PQME's, depositions; travel arrangements;
copying/scanning of correspondence
prepare/format or correct standard legal letters;
data entry of case info into CMS, case profiles, EAMS;
housekeeping legal files in correct order and;
administrative tasks associated with legal assistant duties