Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers · 1 day ago
Receptionist/Legal Assistant - Alexandria
Alexandria, LA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelLaborde Earles Injury Lawyers is a rapidly growing personal injury law firm recognized for its commitment to quality representation. They are seeking a Receptionist/Legal Assistant to provide essential support to their Litigation Paralegals and create a welcoming environment for clients and visitors.
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Responsibilities
Serve clients creating a professional, warm, and welcoming first impression, and support the Litigation Paralegals during the litigation phase of all assigned matters
Accountable to provide the best possible customer service to our clients and act as their advocate when working with any third parties as directed by Litigation Paralegals
Welcome clients, vendors, job applicants, and other visitors in a warm and friendly manner as soon as they arrive and connect them with the appropriate party
Offer visitors a refreshment while they wait
Maintain cleanliness of lobby
Clean and organize conference rooms after meetings
Ensure that front area is covered when stepping away from lobby
Maintain cleanliness and stock of kitchen, restroom, and other common areas
Contact and meet with clients as directed, such as new clients/intakes
Contact third parties such as medical providers and insurance companies on behalf of the client
Accountable to ensure that all matters assigned by Litigation Paralegals are handled as quickly, accurately, and thoughtfully as possible
Ensure all data is properly and accurately entered into client management software (Litify)
Organize, save, and file all matter related documents
Draft, save, mail, fax, and/or email correspondence and supporting documents
Assist with the preparation, filing, and service of pleadings
Assist with discovery, including but not limited to, the preparation and completion of skeleton forms, assisting the Paralegal in gathering responding documents
Assist with trial preparation, including the assembly of exhibits, witness binders, and appendices for depositions and court filings
Keep track of cases expenses, including medical expenses, copy and postage charges, entering into client management software (Litify) for each client
Assist in requesting Medicare and Medicaid liens
Accountable to provide Handling Attorney support as requested and as outlined in Litify Tasks
Timely response and completion of tasks assigned by Handling Attorney and/or Paralegal
Timely completion of all Litify Matter tasks
Qualification
Required
Excellent verbal communication skills
Polished phone etiquette
Confidentiality
Integrity
Exceptional guest-relations skills
Organized and detail-oriented
Ability to manage assignments efficiently
Proficient in data entry and management
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong computer and keyboarding experience
Attention to detail and accuracy
Confidentiality and strong judgment
Problem analysis and problem-solving
Professionalism
High level of initiative and proactive nature
Willingness to perform any/all tasks as assigned by supervisor and/or firm leadership in support of the firm's growth and success
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Preferred
Previous experience within legal, medical, or insurance industry
Benefits
Company-paid Short-term disability & Life/AD&D;
Health, vision, dental, long-term disability, critical illness, and additional life insurance policies upon eligibility waiting periods;
401(k) upon eligibility waiting periods;
PTO, paid holidays (10), and paid maternity leave;
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), including dependent care;
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Company
Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers
At the Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we invest time, effort, and money into our clients’ cases to maximize the results that can be obtained.
Founded in 1995
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Shannon Horton, CPA, CGMA
Chief Financial Officer
David Laborde
Partner
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