Legal Secretary - Medical Malpractice Defense

Legal Secretary - Medical Malpractice Defense

We specialize in medical malpractice defense and are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with 3-4 years of experience in personal injury, insurance defense, or medical malpractice. The firm offers a dynamic workplace and a generous benefit package, including full medical benefits (medical, vision, dental), life and disability insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid time off.

$65,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and case analysis to support attorneys in case preparation.
• Manage case files effectively, ensuring all relevant information and documents are properly organized and easily accessible.
• Draft and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal formats and regulations.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all interactions and communications.
• Liaise with clients, court officials, and other legal professionals in a professional and courteous manner.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and other appointments for attorneys.
• Assist in the preparation of legal arguments, applications, declarations, and motions.
• Nurture client relationships, ensuring their needs are met, and their concerns are addressed promptly and professionally.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Secretary or a similar role in the legal industry.
• Proficiency in legal research and case management tools.
• Excellent knowledge of legal terminologies, regulations, court procedures, and the legal system.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• High level of professionalism and discretion, with the ability to handle confidential information sensitively and responsibly.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and legal software.
• Paralegal certification or a degree in law, or a related field, would be an added advantage.

• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with safe harbor contributions
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance (medical, vision, dental)
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds.