Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq
Workers Compensation Legal Assistant
Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, Freehold, New Jersey, us, 07728
Overview
Our growing law firm, one of the largest workers’ compensation law firms in New Jersey and an official partner of the New York Giants, is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Legal Assistant fluent in both Spanish and English to join our Freehold, NJ office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in workers’ compensation claimant experience and the ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with Spanish-speaking clients. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact for clients. Our team enjoys annual performance reviews as well as company outings, including our holiday party, summer picnic, and spring and fall events. We also provide great medical benefits and 401(k) matching. Responsibilities
Provide support to the lawyer to enhance law office effectiveness. Request authorization from the employer/workers’ comp. carrier for treatment. Recognize a client’s emergent need for treatment/temporary benefits and assist the attorney in filing a motion. Coordinate intake for front desk walk-ins and greeting all guests. Identify a potential retaliation/harassment claim in a timely fashion and bring it to the attention of the attorney. Download court calendars from courts online. Generate form letters to clients to attend IME appointments. Coordinate appointments for clients and manage calendar accordingly. Call clients the day before hearing dates to confirm a contact number, their presence in court, and ensure they have directions to the court. Read file information to determine the need for interpreter services in court and schedule that service when appropriate. Qualifications
At least two years of working experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in the Workers’ Compensation area of law. Satisfactory knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a law office. Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office and Dropbox. Fluency in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing (Required). Excellent organizational and Microsoft Office skills. Ability to juggle multiple activities and maintain a professional demeanor. Ability to communicate with clients, and track and document all status in the case management system - SmartAdvocate. Compensation
$60,000 - $70,000 yearly
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Our growing law firm, one of the largest workers’ compensation law firms in New Jersey and an official partner of the New York Giants, is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Legal Assistant fluent in both Spanish and English to join our Freehold, NJ office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in workers’ compensation claimant experience and the ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with Spanish-speaking clients. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact for clients. Our team enjoys annual performance reviews as well as company outings, including our holiday party, summer picnic, and spring and fall events. We also provide great medical benefits and 401(k) matching. Responsibilities
Provide support to the lawyer to enhance law office effectiveness. Request authorization from the employer/workers’ comp. carrier for treatment. Recognize a client’s emergent need for treatment/temporary benefits and assist the attorney in filing a motion. Coordinate intake for front desk walk-ins and greeting all guests. Identify a potential retaliation/harassment claim in a timely fashion and bring it to the attention of the attorney. Download court calendars from courts online. Generate form letters to clients to attend IME appointments. Coordinate appointments for clients and manage calendar accordingly. Call clients the day before hearing dates to confirm a contact number, their presence in court, and ensure they have directions to the court. Read file information to determine the need for interpreter services in court and schedule that service when appropriate. Qualifications
At least two years of working experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in the Workers’ Compensation area of law. Satisfactory knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a law office. Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office and Dropbox. Fluency in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing (Required). Excellent organizational and Microsoft Office skills. Ability to juggle multiple activities and maintain a professional demeanor. Ability to communicate with clients, and track and document all status in the case management system - SmartAdvocate. Compensation
$60,000 - $70,000 yearly
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