The Belt Law Firm, PC is hiring: Paralegal/Administrative Assistant in Pittston

The Belt Law Firm, PC, a Workers' Compensation Premier Law Firm, is seeking a full-time Paralegal and/or Administrative Assistant at our main office to provide support to our legal team.

The ideal candidate is reliable, with excellent communication skills and customer service, and is able to thrive in a usually fast-paced/busy environment. In addition, the ideal candidate is willing and able to learn new skills as needed. Experience with workers’ compensation law is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting attorneys with file and calendar management;
• Greet clients and visitors and answer visitor inquiries, providing exceptional customer service;
• Answer and route incoming calls on a multi-line phone system taking notes as necessary. Ensure messages are passed to the appropriate staff member on a timely basis;
• Respond to and assist clients by answering questions, providing non-legal information and ensuring appropriate follow-through and/or resolution;
• Data entry of all relevant court dates and events in our legal calendar and database system;
• Transcribe correspondence using GearPlayer and Prevail Case Management System;
• Scan, photocopy, fax and file documents; and
• Perform other legal administrative tasks for the team as needed.

Competencies:

• Impeccable attendance and punctuality;
• Excellent customer service skills, including patience, attentiveness, and clear communication;
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate in person, by phone and email, and to follow instruction effectively for a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff, and provide information with courtesy and tact; and
• Ability to grasp new concepts and learn assignments in short amount of time.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy or ability to learn quickly

Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Office is closed when the Wilkes-Barre Courthouse is closed.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16-$20 per hour to start for administrative assistant $18-$22 for paralegal depending on experience

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401K company contributions

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday