Legal Assistant

1 month ago

St Louis, United States Robert Half Full time

Job Title: Legal Assistant - Workers Compensation and Personal Injury

Responsibilities:

As a Legal Assistant specializing in Workers Compensation and Personal Injury law, your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Transcribe Dictation: Accurately transcribe dictated legal documents and correspondence to maintain comprehensive records.
  • Schedule Depositions: Efficiently organize and schedule depositions, ensuring timely arrangements and communication with involved parties.
  • File Management: Manage document filings predominantly within Missouri's legal system, and occasionally in Illinois, ensuring adherence to specific jurisdictional requirements.
  • Record Requests: Initiate and follow up on requests for pertinent records essential to case preparation and proceedings.
  • Client File Management: Create and maintain client files (both hard copy and electronic), ensuring completeness and organization to facilitate smooth case management.
  • Form Completion: Assist in completing various legal forms, including claims for compensation and requests for hearings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
  • Correspondence: Generate, format, and distribute correspondence to clients, attorneys, and medical providers, maintaining clear and professional communication channels.
  • Statement of Settlement: Develop and regularly update statements of settlement, accurately reflecting the current status of cases and negotiations.

Requirements:

  • Legal Background: A solid understanding of legal procedures and terminology, particularly within the realm of Workers Compensation law and Personal Injury law.
  • Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities with a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all tasks.
  • Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with clients, legal professionals, and other stakeholders.
  • Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities within strict deadlines.
  • Technological Proficiency: Proficiency in legal software and office applications, including transcription tools, case management systems, and Microsoft Office suite.
  • Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic legal environment.
  • Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and support staff, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in a legal support role, particularly in Workers Compensation law and Personal Injury law.
  • Familiarity with relevant legal procedures and regulations in Missouri and Illinois.
  • Certification or coursework in paralegal studies or legal assisting.
  • Bachelor or Associate degree.

  • Legal Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Robert Half Full time

    Legal Assistant (Entry-Level)Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to gain valuable experience in the legal field? We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Legal Assistant!In this role, you will provide critical administrative and legal support to our attorneys, while also assisting with essential...

  • Legal Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Robert Half Full time

    Legal Assistant (Entry-Level)Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to gain valuable experience in the legal field? We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Legal Assistant!In this role, you will provide critical administrative and legal support to our attorneys, while also assisting with essential...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    St. Louis, United States Robert Half Full time

    Job Title: Entry-Level Legal AssistantLocation: Downtown St. Louis, MODescription:Join our dynamic team at a prestigious law firm in downtown St. Louis! We're seeking recent graduates with backgrounds in political science, journalism, pre-law, criminal justice, or related fields to join us as Entry-Level Legal Assistants. This full-time, permanent position...

  • Legal Assistant

    1 week ago

    St Louis, United States Robert Half Full time

    Job Title: Entry-Level Legal AssistantLocation: Downtown St. Louis, MODescription:Join our dynamic team at a prestigious law firm in downtown St. Louis! We're seeking recent graduates with backgrounds in political science, journalism, pre-law, criminal justice, or related fields to join us as Entry-Level Legal Assistants. This full-time, permanent position...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Robert Half Full time

    Job Title: Entry-Level Legal AssistantLocation: Downtown St. Louis, MODescription:Join our dynamic team at a prestigious law firm in downtown St. Louis! We're seeking recent graduates with backgrounds in political science, journalism, pre-law, criminal justice, or related fields to join us as Entry-Level Legal Assistants. This full-time, permanent position...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Amundsen Davis, LLC Full time

    Amundsen Davis, a full-service business law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join a strong team and an excellent firm culture! Candidates should have experience supporting teams involved in work on transactional matters, such as real estate transactions, contracts, and other business-related legal activities.Essential Duties and...

  • Legal Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Robert Half Full time

    Entry-Level Legal Assistant - Plaintiff Personal Injury & Workers' CompensationDo you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to launch your career in law?Our firm is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Legal Assistant. In this role, you will provide critical support to our attorneys specializing...

  • Legal Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Robert Half Full time

    Entry-Level Legal Assistant - Plaintiff Personal Injury & Workers' CompensationDo you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to launch your career in law?Our firm is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Legal Assistant. In this role, you will provide critical support to our attorneys specializing...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    St. Louis, United States Stockell Consulting Full time

    Contract position paying $50-$58K annual salary +23 days PTO, medical, dental, 401K, etc.Must work ON SITE Monday-ThursdayLegal Administrative AssistantIn this role, you will work in-depth with a team of attorneys and legal professionals and will succeed if you are self-motivated, highly organized, quick-thinking, flexible, personable, confident, use sound...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Stockell Consulting Full time

    Contract position paying $50-$58K annual salary +23 days PTO, medical, dental, 401K, etc.Must work ON SITE Monday-ThursdayLegal Administrative AssistantIn this role, you will work in-depth with a team of attorneys and legal professionals and will succeed if you are self-motivated, highly organized, quick-thinking, flexible, personable, confident, use sound...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Stockell Consulting Full time

    Contract position paying $50-$58K annual salary +23 days PTO, medical, dental, 401K, etc.Must work ON SITE Monday-ThursdayLegal Administrative AssistantIn this role, you will work in-depth with a team of attorneys and legal professionals and will succeed if you are self-motivated, highly organized, quick-thinking, flexible, personable, confident, use sound...

  • Legal Assistant

    1 month ago

    St Louis, United States Amundsen Davis, LLC Full time

    Amundsen Davis, a full-service business law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join a strong team and an excellent firm culture! Candidates should have experience supporting teams involved in work on transactional matters, such as real estate transactions, contracts, and other business-related legal activities.Essential Duties and...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    7 days ago

    St. Louis, United States Brown & James, P.C. Full time

    Brown & James, P.C. desires experienced litigation legal assistant/secretary possessing a positive attitude and strong work ethic, with the ability to work both independently and in collaboration with other legal assistants and lawyers.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:* Preparation of legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings,...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Amundsen Davis, LLC Full time

    Amundsen Davis, a full-service business law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join a strong team with an excellent firm culture!Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPreparing and editing pleadings, discovery and other legal documents for e-filings.Scheduling meetings and depositions with appropriate detail.Docketing and tracking...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    1 month ago

    St Louis, United States Amundsen Davis, LLC Full time

    Amundsen Davis, a full-service business law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join a strong team with an excellent firm culture!Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPreparing and editing pleadings, discovery and other legal documents for e-filings.Scheduling meetings and depositions with appropriate detail.Docketing and tracking...

  • Legal Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    St. Louis, Missouri, United States Hennessy & Roach, P.C. Full time

    Job Description Successful law firm seeks a full time Legal Assistant for our downtown St. Louis location. Candidate must possess excellent organizational skills and have comprehensive experience with the legal profession. This position requires a highly motivated, organized professional capable of functioning in a fast-paced, challenging legal environment....

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    St. Louis, United States Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice Full time

    Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Legal Administrative Assistant in the St. Louis office. The ideal candidate is professional in demeanor, detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoys working as a team. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work efficiently under pressure and quickly learn and integrate new...

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice Full time

    Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Legal Administrative Assistant in the St. Louis office. The ideal candidate is professional in demeanor, detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoys working as a team. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work efficiently under pressure and quickly learn and integrate new...

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    St Louis, United States Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice Full time

    Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Legal Administrative Assistant in the St. Louis office. The ideal candidate is professional in demeanor, detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoys working as a team. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work efficiently under pressure and quickly learn and integrate new...

  • Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant

    4 days ago

    St. Louis, United States Tucker Ellis LLP Full time

    Tucker Ellis LLP seeks a seasoned Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant with 5+ years of experience for our St. Louis location. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and have experience in all facets of litigation.  Tasks include: opening new matters, e-filings (State & Federal level), flipping discovery, editing documents, saving and organizing...