Job Overview:
We are seeking a fulltime (occasional overtime) Paralegal/Legal Assistant at our busy personal injury and insurance law firm in Port Townsend, WA.
Must be organized, task oriented, and independent. Prior legal experience a plus but not required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Proficiency using the internet and computer programs such as Word required. Must be comfortable working directly with clients and care about helping people.
Duties:
- Manage and organize documents using case management systems
- Support attorneys in litigation
- Answer phones
- Interview potential clients
- Interact with clients, insurance companies, court staff, and attorneys
- Manage car damage claims
- Manage the processing and payment of medical bills for clients
- Request, organize, and review medical records
- Draft and send letters and legal documents to clients, insurance companies, and attorneys
- Draft, proofread, and file legal documents with the courts
- Assist attorneys with hearings and trials
- Potential to research the law and prepare memorandums of law
Pay $22-26 DOE with full benefits (health insurance, sick leave, paid court holidays, vacation time) plus bonuses.
Please send a cover letter and resume to eva@urquialaw.com and rafael@urquialaw.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to Relocate:
- Port Townsend, WA 98368: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person