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Paralegal - Pre-Litigation

Paralegal - Pre-Litigation

Harding Mazzotti, LLPRochester, NY, US
30+ days ago
Salary
$37,000.00–$42,000.00 yearly
Job description

Harding Mazzotti, LLP in Rochester, NY, US, is seeking a dedicated Pre-Litigation Paralegal to join our team. Our firm prides itself on providing exceptional legal services with a focus on client satisfaction. As a Paralegal in our Pre-Litigation department, you will play a crucial role in assisting our attorneys, case coordinators, and other paralegals to assist individuals with personal injuries file and pursue claims.

If you are detail-oriented, efficient, and passionate about the legal field, we invite you to apply and be part of a dynamic law firm committed to delivering top-notch legal assistance to clients.

Compensation :

37,000 - $42,000 yearly

Responsibilities :

This office works on cases for our New York, Massachusetts, and Vermont offices.

  • Data entry into the firm’s electronic database and storage system
  • Organize and maintain electronic database, storage system, and physical files
  • Assist attorneys and case coordinators with day-to-day handling of files and caseloads
  • Communicate with clients by phone and email
  • Communicate basic information with insurance adjusters via phone, email, and fax
  • Draft and send correspondence to clients and insurance adjusters
  • Receive and process mail, scan into the electronic storage database, and disburse as needed
  • Communicate with medical providers to collect and update medical records and billing
  • Communicate with local authorities and governmental agencies to send FOIL requests for reports and supporting documentation. (i.e. : police reports, police photos, reconstruction reports, inspection reports, etc.)
  • Assist attorneys and / or case coordinators with contacting and updating information from various health insurance carriers (including Medicare and Medicaid) in regard to potential liens / subrogation
  • Assist attorneys and / or case coordinators by contacting and updating information in regard to any other potential liens / rights to subrogation (i.e., workers' compensation, child support, additional personal injury protection, outstanding medical bills, etc.)
  • Draft basic legal documents for attorney review, file with various county clerks and / or serve accordingly (i.e., infant settlement petition, wrongful death petition, notice of claim, notice of intent)
  • Draft closing documentation upon settlement, working in partnership with the accounting office to ensure that funds are distributed properly
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Required Education and Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of PC applications, Windows, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Prior experience working in an office environment
  • Prior customer service experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    • Preferred Experience

  • Prior Paralegal experience
  • Paralegal certification or degree

    • Physical Demands / Requirements :

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  • The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.
  • Occasionally ascends / descends stairs
  • The person in this position frequently communicates with coworkers, clients, and / or outside vendors. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

    • About Company

    Established in 1994, Harding Mazzotti, LLP is a law firm dedicated solely to the representation of injured persons with an emphasis on providing each client with an exemplary level of service. Our core value at Harding Mazzotti, LLP is kindness to each other, to clients, and to our community. Our mission is to make each and every client a part of our family.

    Harding Mazzotti, LLP considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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