GOLDLAW - Personal Injury Lawyers
Pre-Suit Legal Assistant
GOLDLAW - Personal Injury Lawyers, Port Saint Lucie, Florida, us, 34985
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GOLDLAW - Personal Injury Lawyers .
We are a personal injury law firm dedicated to employee happiness, health and engagement. Our commitment is to provide exceptional legal services while promoting a supportive workplace.
Position Summary The Pre‑Suit Legal Assistant plays a critical role in the early stages of a personal injury case, gathering and organizing essential client information, opening new case files, and ensuring accurate documentation in the case management system.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Manage case files, ensuring summaries are properly prepared and updated, litigation files are properly and securely maintained, and records and documents needed are collected and organized.
Open and set up new case files, both physical and in case management software, in compliance with GOLDLAW professional standards.
Ensure legal department files are maintained and destroyed in compliance with record retention policies and procedures. Track deadlines and follow up on any outstanding documentation.
Handle all incoming records from various online sources (Chartswap.com and Bactes).
Collect documentation of all damage sustained, such as medical records, bills, and loss of income.
Data entry of records and bills into Case Management software (FileVine).
Communicate with clients to gather necessary documents and information to begin building a case and update case managers, attorneys, and clients on all status.
Conduct legal research pertaining to case preparation (Lexis/Nexis, Sunbiz) and provide information to the designated case manager.
Review legal documents to ensure adherence to all legal requirements.
Draft all written documents essential to clients, insurance companies, health insurance, medical providers, and send to supervising Case Managers for review.
Update various involved parties on case status (Doctors, Insurance Companies, Hospitals, Medical Others, Clients).
Provide extensive contact with clients, insurance adjusters, and medical providers.
Communicate case status with clients and outside counsel as requested.
Process invoices for Police/incident reports.
Serve as backup for office functions, including answering, screening, and directing phone calls; managing mail; and printing or copying documents.
Other duties as assigned.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental & Vision
Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Disability
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401K with company matching
3 weeks paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in legal studies is a plus.
Prior experience in a law firm or legal intake environment is a plus.
Proven experience in a similar role within a law firm.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Knowledge of legal procedures.
Work Environment This job operates in a professional office setting as well as working out in the field with the public at events. This role routinely uses standard office equipment: manual dexterity, physical mobility, and some physical strength/stamina.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to successfully complete most office tasks that require any physicality, which is limited in this position.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Law Practice
GOLDLAW
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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GOLDLAW - Personal Injury Lawyers .
We are a personal injury law firm dedicated to employee happiness, health and engagement. Our commitment is to provide exceptional legal services while promoting a supportive workplace.
Position Summary The Pre‑Suit Legal Assistant plays a critical role in the early stages of a personal injury case, gathering and organizing essential client information, opening new case files, and ensuring accurate documentation in the case management system.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Manage case files, ensuring summaries are properly prepared and updated, litigation files are properly and securely maintained, and records and documents needed are collected and organized.
Open and set up new case files, both physical and in case management software, in compliance with GOLDLAW professional standards.
Ensure legal department files are maintained and destroyed in compliance with record retention policies and procedures. Track deadlines and follow up on any outstanding documentation.
Handle all incoming records from various online sources (Chartswap.com and Bactes).
Collect documentation of all damage sustained, such as medical records, bills, and loss of income.
Data entry of records and bills into Case Management software (FileVine).
Communicate with clients to gather necessary documents and information to begin building a case and update case managers, attorneys, and clients on all status.
Conduct legal research pertaining to case preparation (Lexis/Nexis, Sunbiz) and provide information to the designated case manager.
Review legal documents to ensure adherence to all legal requirements.
Draft all written documents essential to clients, insurance companies, health insurance, medical providers, and send to supervising Case Managers for review.
Update various involved parties on case status (Doctors, Insurance Companies, Hospitals, Medical Others, Clients).
Provide extensive contact with clients, insurance adjusters, and medical providers.
Communicate case status with clients and outside counsel as requested.
Process invoices for Police/incident reports.
Serve as backup for office functions, including answering, screening, and directing phone calls; managing mail; and printing or copying documents.
Other duties as assigned.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental & Vision
Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Disability
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401K with company matching
3 weeks paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in legal studies is a plus.
Prior experience in a law firm or legal intake environment is a plus.
Proven experience in a similar role within a law firm.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Knowledge of legal procedures.
Work Environment This job operates in a professional office setting as well as working out in the field with the public at events. This role routinely uses standard office equipment: manual dexterity, physical mobility, and some physical strength/stamina.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to successfully complete most office tasks that require any physicality, which is limited in this position.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Law Practice
GOLDLAW
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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