Markhoff & Mittman P.C., also known as The Disability Guys, was founded in 1933 on the idea that people who are injured on the job should be treated with respect. Our firm has been on the forefront of New York workers' disability for almost seventy-five years.
Today we are as committed as ever to helping people who have had an accident at work recover the compensation that will allow them to move on with their lives. We know that when people turn to a workers' compensation or social security disability lawyer, they are under a lot of stress. Generally, their disability claim has already been denied and their savings have been depleted.
Who You Are:
We are seeking a self-motivated, professional Legal Assistant to assist the attorneys with the smooth functioning of the Department. This position includes supporting the day-to-day work of the legal team.
What You'll Do:
- Assist the legal team with administrative and communication items, issues, and tasks.
- Process Requests for Admission (RFAs) in a timely manner.
- Notify clients of all letters, hearings, etc.
- Obtain medicals relevant to each case.
- Update all client information as needed.
- Speak with clients when the Case Manager and Attorney are unavailable.
- Speak with clients regarding specific tasks, such as missing checks, balances, etc.
- Complete any assigned task that the legal team submits to you.
- Stay up to date on all related training.
- Heavy call volume.
- System quality checks to maintain clean and accurate data/info.
What You Bring:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1+ years of experience in the field (law clerk, law office admin assistant, etc.).
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- Exposure to Workers Compensation/Disability claims a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Must be able to work independently along with firm support staff
- A Strong sense of urgency.
What We Offer:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.
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