Law Firm Case Manager

Description

Our law firm is seeking an organized self-starter to join our team as a legal case manager and work alongside attorneys to achieve clients’ goals. We need someone who is an effective communicator, incredibly organized, and self-motivated. Our ideal applicant will have experience in case management and be skilled at drafting documents and conducting legal research. If you are looking to take your job in the legal industry to the next level without passing the bar exam while having a big impact, please apply today!

• Prepare and file legal documents and correspondence with courts and opposing counsel
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, meetings, and court appearances
• Communicate with clients, attorneys, and other parties involved in the cases
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and databases
• Assist with billing and other administrative tasks as needed
• Interview prospective clients over the phone or in person
• Open Insurance Claims
• Opening new files
• Collect and analyze intake information
• Collect all relevant documents
• Fully investigate each case
• Maintain contact with clients regularly
• Verify insurance coverage and maintain contact with the insurance company
• Manage the medical care of clients
• Explain procedures or forms to clients
• Prepare documents and correspondence
• Draft settlement demand packages
• Relay settlement negotiation from attorney to clients and adjusters, utilizing demands/offers in Client Profiles
• Collect documentation of all damages sustained, such as medical records, bills, and loss of income
• Read and interpret medical records and reports
• Perform legal research to obtain documentation regarding health insurance, medical records, social security, and medical providers
• Assess legal documents to ensure compliance with all legal requirements
• Organize and maintain all case files and information concerning engagement, whether electronic or paper, in accordance with the law firm's policies
• Aid attorneys with all aspects of case management, including billing, docketing deadlines, and providing reminders as requested
• Provide recommendations to attorneys with regard to cost and time-effective ways to accomplish the client’s goals

• Must have a strong work ethic and be able to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Must have great people skills, as the position requires a great deal of client contact
• Must be able to meet deadlines
• Must be able to prioritize work and work under pressure
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be familiar with relevant laws as they apply to personal injury claims, motor vehicle accidents, and insurance
• Knowledge of medical terms and traumatically induced conditions is helpful
• Knowledge of insurance coverage types and policies is helpful
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software
• Ability to multitask and stay self-motivated
• A high school diploma is required - a 2-year degree and Paralegal certification are acceptable, but a Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills as well as effective communication skills, both written and oral, are needed
• Extensive experience conducting legal research and drafting legal documents is essential
• Computer proficient - specifically with case management software, word processing, and spreadsheet presentation

$23 - $26 hourly

We are a small but fast-growing Personal Injury law firm headquartered in Atlanta. The Ugwonali Law Group is a firm that takes a hands‑on approach to every case we handle. Unlike other attorneys and law firms in Atlanta, the Ugwonali Law Group will personally handle every aspect of your case. You can rest assured that your case is in the very best hands.