Legal Secretary/Assistant

We are looking for a Legal Secretary/Assistant with a minimum of two years' experience working in a similar position in a law firm to become part of the Hauptman, O'Brien team. This position includes a variety of tasks of a confidential nature. We are looking for someone who is reliable, has a good work ethic, and who is a team player who will fit well with our closely-knit firm. There will be a considerable amount of interaction over the phone with our clients and medical providers, so the individual in this position must be comfortable communicating over the phone in a professional manner. Additionally, effective time management and organizational skills, coupled with a meticulous attention to detail, are necessary for this position.

Responsibilities

* Interaction with clients to obtain information necessary for their case.

* Contacting medical providers to obtain medical bills, medical records, medical reports, etc.,

* Preparation of spreadsheets and calculation of work comp payments.

* Keeping information in client database up to date.

* Preparing and filing documents with the courts.

* Maintaining calendars, scheduling hearings, depositions, etc.

* Composing correspondence, filing, copying, scanning, maintaining client files, etc.

* Answering phone and backing up receptionist from time to time.

Qualifications

* Prior experience working as a Legal Secretary/Assistant in a law firm, with extra consideration given to someone with experience in work comp and personal injury.

* Having the ability to maintain confidentiality of records and familiarity with HIPAA requirements.

* Having the ability to speak Spanish will be considered a plus.

* Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, as well as excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation and proofreading skills.

* Excellent phone/communication/interpersonal skills.

* Extensive knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.), with familiarity with the NEOS client management software being considered a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.?

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
• law office: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Omaha, NE 68114: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person