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We are a small but very busy workers' compensation law firm in San Francisco looking to hire a legal assistant/paralegal. The hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. The starting wages are dependent on experience. We offer paid holidays, paid time off, health insurance and after one year of employment a retirement account.
Job Responsibilities:
- Answer the phone, answer client questions.
- Calendar appointments and hearings
- Maintain files, copy and scan documents.
- Prepare and file pleadings and petitions.
- Handle confidential information.
- Prepare business letters that are grammatical and professional
- Interview potential new clients
- Label scanned mail, distribute to attorneys, and take appropriate action on it
Mandatory Qualifications:
- Must have common sense.
- Must be punctual and responsible.
- Must be detail-oriented.
- Must be able to accurately and fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Must be proficient in Outlook, MS Office, Word, and able to quickly learn how to use new software.
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
- Must have an interest in working with and helping injured workers.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and/or Paralegal certificate.
- Experience as a legal assistant or paralegal at another law office preferably in workers' compensation.
To Apply:
Email a resume and cover letter to Hiring Attorney in .PDF format or Word format. The cover letter must be in business format, explain your interest in the job, and address any mandatory qualifications that are not addressed in your resume.
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