Job description- Legal Assistant/Bilingual/Spanish
Are you a college graduate?
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of the Latino community?
Do you like to be challenged?
Do you want to learn about the law and how it impacts our lives each and every day?
If you answered yes to these questions, please apply for this position and see how you can make people's lives better!
Our firm largely serves the Latino community, making the vast majority of our clients native Spanish speakers. We primarily present individuals who have sustained personal injuries as a result of an automobile and/or work accident.
Candidate(s) must be 100% bilingual. Paralegal experience is preferred, but not required. We strive to provide excellent legal services for all of our clients.
RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
Applicant(s) must be willing to work in a fast-paced environment that encompasses constant interaction with many people. We take great pride in doing the best job we can for each and every client. If you want to make a difference in the Latino community, this is the right place for you.
Core Responsibilities:
1. Assist attorney and other legal assistants/paralegals with ongoing support, including case investigation, filing legal documents, drafting documents, etc.
2. Maintain verbal and written communication with Spanish speaking clients on a daily basis
3. Correspond with insurance companies, healthcare providers, courts, and other parties affiliated with client cases
4. Keep track of client medical treatment and coordinates with attorney and paralegals to ensure case progress
5. Assist with the writing of various legal documents
6. Conduct telephone and in-person intake
7. Open and maintain electronic and paper case files
8. Maintain attorney agenda and work with an office diary system
Requirements:
An associate’s degree or two years minimum relevant experience
RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
MUST be able to read, write and speak Spanish; Must be 100% BILINGUAL
Demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanor
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be detail-oriented
Excellent organizational skills
Work well with others; a team player
Ability to work under pressure
Desire to learn and willingness to perform any additional tasks assigned
*Prior law firm experience is a bonus but not required for this position. We
will train the appropriate candidate.
Please DO NOT apply for this position if you ARE NOT 100% BILINGUAL
Phone calls will not be accepted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Please provide a concise statement as to what attracted you to this position , and what makes you a qualified candiidate.
Language:
- SpanishBilingual (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Pikesville, MD 21208 (Required)
Work Location: In person
