CAREERS

Litigation Legal Assistant / Secretary

Job Description:


The Sam Bernstein Law firm is seeking a dynamic professional to join our high-volume office as a Legal Assistant (Legal Secretary) who has experience in Personal Injury. Medical Malpractice &/or plaintiff-side experience is a plus! Applicants with Claims Adjuster experience will also be considered.

 

Responsibilities and Duties:


  • Review incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly
  • Effectively compose various legal documentation
  • Maintain attorney calendar as well as maintain diary and tickler dates appropriately
    • Review calendar daily and proactively handle upcoming events.
  • Strong understanding of legal terminology, local court/jurisdiction rules and adhere to law office procedures
  • Accurate and efficient keyboarding skills

 

Qualifications and Skills


  • Strong knowledge of court rules and filing procedures (including e-filing)
  • Software skills including intermediate to advanced level in Microsoft Word and Outlook
    • Experience with Needles and Worldox is a preferred
  • Must be able to multi-task, possess excellent communication skills (written and oral) and be a team player
  • Well organized and able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively with a large team
  • Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and overall attention to detail
  • Strong understanding of Personal Injury, especially Auto 1st and 3rd

Job Type: Full-time

 

How to Apply:


To apply for any of these positions, please submit your resume to [email protected] and our office will contact you if a position is available that matches your qualifications.

You may also mail both your completed Job Application Form and your resume to:

The Sam Bernstein Law Firm, PLLC

31731 Northwestern Highway, Suite 333

Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334