Legal consultant Jobs in Lafayette, LA

DescriptionOur busy personal injury law office is growing, and we need a pre-lit legal case manager to work alongside attorneys and achieve our clients' goals. Our ideal candidate will have experience in case management as a paralegal or legal assistant and is skilled in drafting documents, managing case files, and managing medical treatment. We need someone who is an effective communicator, incredibly organized, and self-motivated. Our case managers play an essential role in ensuring that our clients' goals are met. If this sounds like something you can really excel at, please apply today.Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain all case files, and information concerning engagement, whether electronic or paper, in accordance with the law firm policies
• Communicate case status with clients and outside counsel as requested
• Conduct legal research to obtain documentation regarding health insurance, social security, medical records, and medical providers
• Consult with attorneys and provide recommendations with regard to cost and time-effective ways to accomplish the client's goals
• Coordinate between attorneys, staff, and outside vendors to manage the law firm's case load, present case summaries / updates, and ensure that deadlines are metQualifications
• Previous case management process experience is needed - preferably as a personal injury case manager, or related jobs such as paralegal, legal secretary, or legal assistant at a law firm, non-profit, or human services agency
• Legal research and legal document drafting experience is critical
• Exceptional organizational skills as well as effective communication skills, both written and oral are needed
• High school diploma is required - 2-year degree and Paralegal certification are acceptable, but a Bachelor's degree is preferred
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet presentation, and case management software