Workers Compensation Case Manager Assistant

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Whitley Law Firm is adding an experienced Legal Assistant to our Workers' Compensation team.
Employees at Whitley Law Firm share a mission of obtaining the best results for our deserving clients.
We reward high performance and create career paths for high achieving team members.
The Legal Assistant in-office position requires attention to detail and the ability to complete a variety of tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
Frequent professional verbal and written communication is required with clients, vendors and insurance carriers.
An ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year's experience in a plaintiff's workers compensation law firm, be a team player and will be accustomed to a high volume law practice.
The legal assistant will work both independently and in a team setting while supporting a case manager.
Responsibilities: Requesting and summarizing medical records Assisting case manager in preparing for mediation and hearings Scheduling mediations and depositions Setting up new client files and mailing welcome letters Contacting new and existing clients to obtain documents and needed information Managing mail for the department Request hearings to address outstanding issues.
Organize and maintain case files.
Skills/Education: 1+ year experience in a plaintiff's workers compensation law firm Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Experience with operating Microsoft Office software programs Ability to multi-task required while maintaining attention to detail Proven record of meeting deadlines Positive attitude and excellent work ethic Associates/Bachelor’s degree