Legal Assistant - New York, United States - Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum, PC

Description

Job Description

About Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum P.C.

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum P.C. is a pre-eminent New York City personal injury firm that has been representing individuals throughout the New York City metro region for over 40 years. The firm prides itself on the exemplary quality of service that it delivers to its clients and has successfully represented clients with all types of personal injury claims.

Summary

Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum P.C. is seeking an organized, proactive, and enthusiastic Legal Assistant to join our amazing team. This part-time role will work alongside the Worker's Compensation attorney and provide crucial support on daily tasks to help build the Worker's Comp team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the legal field and is great for someone who may be considering a career within the legal field. Recent graduates and law students are encouraged to apply

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain necessary authorizations for medical records as well as the medical records.
• Assemble and send medical records packages to insurance companies.
• Help maintain positive client relations through strong communication and professional conduct and frequent follow-ups to get an assessment of treatment status.
• Discuss new cases with prospective clients over the phone and complete detailed intake for all new cases.
• Answer phone calls, take messages and transfer calls accordingly.
• Assist with data entry and any additional day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Provide general administrative support to the attorneys and perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining case information.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Education and/or Experience

• Associate's degree required but Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Previous administrative experience is preferred but not required. Legal experience is a plus

Benefits and Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
• Friendly and supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

This role is part-time and is on-site at our New York City office in downtown Manhattan.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Join our team and be part of a company that values your skills and contributions. If you are detail-oriented, organized, and ready to take on a rewarding new role, we encourage you to apply for the part-time Legal Assistant position

Pay Range
$15-$17 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity
Rosenbaum & Rosenbaum P.C. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal employment opportunity to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, creed, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other legally protected classification under local, state or federal laws.

Acknowledgement
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Employees will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.