Legal Assistant

Multi-Attorney Law Office

Full time position

Chicago, IL
Cedar Rapids, IA
Des Moines, IA

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and possess excellent organizational skills including the ability to track, report, and manage cases through the entire process including the ordering of medical records.

Job Duties:

Receive new client leads and track progress
Record and track all information needed to document and assess the client’s claim
Interact with referring entities and their offices
Accurately enter client information into client database system
Prepare requested tracking and spreadsheet information
Possess a professional demeanor with effective communication and phone skills
Strong attention to detail, ability to organize tasks and responsibilities, and timely follow up as required
Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements:

1+ years experience in a professional office or setting
High school and/or GED
Microsoft Office Experience including MSWord, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with phone volume/customer interaction
Demonstrated record of regular work attendance
Must be dependable and reliable

Preferred:

Experience in a legal office or working in a legal/law office environment
Prior experience with CRM databases
Post high school college
AA or BA/BS

Compensation: $12.00 to $17.00 /hour, DOE.

Benefits: Employer offers health/dental/vision and life insurance, paid holidays, and PTO.

Hours Requirements: This is a full-time position, generally 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday and 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM on Friday. Evening and weekend work may be required from time to time.

If interested, please send
your resume to d.vanderginst@vlaw.com.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of
a criminal background check. This employer is a drug and alcohol-free
workplace. In compliance with all Federal and State equal employment laws,
qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, gender preference,
gender identity, or non-job-related disability.

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