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Job Title: Legal Assistant Classification: Full-Time - Non-Exempt
Department: Common Law - Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
Horwitz, Horwitz, and Associates is a progressive family-owned law firm, located in Chicago's loop, who has represented Illinois' injured for over three generations. We are passionate about seeking justice for those who have been injured and who may have been previously denied representation. We are seeking to fill the role of Legal Assistant to join our Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home team.
About the Role:
The Legal Assistant is self-motivated, focused, and completes tasks in a thorough and efficient manner. The person in this role supports and works very closely with the Attorney in all day-to-day tasks and provides an outstanding client experience. The ideal candidate has strong time management skills and is able to effectively manage conflicting priorities, while understanding the needs of both the client and Attorney.
Duties and Responsibilities: include the following, but are not limited to:
Manage and maintain a complex case load as the primary support team member to the Attorney
Manage multiple court mandated cutoffs with a high awareness of deadlines
Prepare, organize, and retrieve case files
Act as a liaison between the client and Attorney providing an excellent client experience
Effectively communicate with the clients while demonstrating empathy and understanding of their case
Efficiently and effectively complete all assignments, tasks, and client calls
Electronically file motions and orders with the court
Docket orders
Schedule client visits/calls, court calls, mediations, depositions, court appearances, and pre-meetings with experts and clients
Prepare court instructions
Draft correspondence to opposing counsel
Negotiate outstanding medical bills and subrogation liens
Process and distribute all incoming and outgoing checks for clients
Prepare, support and act as the primary in-office support for all trial related matters
Recognize and communicate escalated or urgent matters to Attorney in a timely manner
Other duties as assigned by Attorney or leadership team
Success Factors /Qualifications:
REQUIRED: 1-year minimum experience in a Legal Assistant/Case Manager role
STRONGLY PREFERRED: 1-year minimum experience in plaintiff Personal Injury law, with a focus on medical malpractice and/or nursing home
Able to work both independently and contribute to a positive team environment
Self-motivated and goal driven
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Effective written and verbal communications skills
Efficient with time management and deadline conscious
Superior attention to detail and a high level of organization skills
Commitment to providing outstanding customer service both internally and externally
Familiarity with Medicare documentation, billing practices, and lien resolution is a strong plus
Experience with Medicare conditional payment letters and final demand letters is highly valued
Salary & Benefits:
Compensation range is $50,000 - $62,000 annually and depends on experience
Health Insurance - HHA covers 100% of Employee Only premium
Dental, Vision & Gift Life Insurance
401k & Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off (+ Birthday & Holidays)
1-hour paid lunch
Casual dress code and engaging work environment
Potential to work a hybrid work schedule after onboarding period
Job Title: Legal Assistant Classification: Full-Time - Non-Exempt
Department: Common Law - Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
Horwitz, Horwitz, and Associates is a progressive family-owned law firm, located in Chicago's loop, who has represented Illinois' injured for over three generations. We are passionate about seeking justice for those who have been injured and who may have been previously denied representation. We are seeking to fill the role of Legal Assistant to join our Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home team.
About the Role:
The Legal Assistant is self-motivated, focused, and completes tasks in a thorough and efficient manner. The person in this role supports and works very closely with the Attorney in all day-to-day tasks and provides an outstanding client experience. The ideal candidate has strong time management skills and is able to effectively manage conflicting priorities, while understanding the needs of both the client and Attorney.
Duties and Responsibilities: include the following, but are not limited to:
Manage and maintain a complex case load as the primary support team member to the Attorney
Manage multiple court mandated cutoffs with a high awareness of deadlines
Prepare, organize, and retrieve case files
Act as a liaison between the client and Attorney providing an excellent client experience
Effectively communicate with the clients while demonstrating empathy and understanding of their case
Efficiently and effectively complete all assignments, tasks, and client calls
Electronically file motions and orders with the court
Docket orders
Schedule client visits/calls, court calls, mediations, depositions, court appearances, and pre-meetings with experts and clients
Prepare court instructions
Draft correspondence to opposing counsel
Negotiate outstanding medical bills and subrogation liens
Process and distribute all incoming and outgoing checks for clients
Prepare, support and act as the primary in-office support for all trial related matters
Recognize and communicate escalated or urgent matters to Attorney in a timely manner
Other duties as assigned by Attorney or leadership team
Success Factors /Qualifications:
REQUIRED: 1-year minimum experience in a Legal Assistant/Case Manager role
STRONGLY PREFERRED: 1-year minimum experience in plaintiff Personal Injury law, with a focus on medical malpractice and/or nursing home
Able to work both independently and contribute to a positive team environment
Self-motivated and goal driven
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Effective written and verbal communications skills
Efficient with time management and deadline conscious
Superior attention to detail and a high level of organization skills
Commitment to providing outstanding customer service both internally and externally
Familiarity with Medicare documentation, billing practices, and lien resolution is a strong plus
Experience with Medicare conditional payment letters and final demand letters is highly valued
Salary & Benefits:
Compensation range is $50,000 - $62,000 annually and depends on experience
Health Insurance - HHA covers 100% of Employee Only premium
Dental, Vision & Gift Life Insurance
401k & Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off (+ Birthday & Holidays)
1-hour paid lunch
Casual dress code and engaging work environment
Potential to work a hybrid work schedule after onboarding period
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Assistant - Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
