San Lorenzo, California, United States
I have over 25 years of experience in the legal industry, starting as a receptionist and working my way up to my current position as a legal assistant in the Workers Compensation field. Throughout my career, I have gained valuable knowledge and skills in this specialized area of law. In addition to my role as a legal assistant, I have also taken on the responsibility of being a statewide office supervisor. My years of experience and dedication to my work have allowed me to develop a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. I am committed to providing efficient and effective support to attorneys and clients in the legal field. As a legal assistant my responsibilities include: Case management: Assisting attorneys in managing and organizing workers' compensation cases. This includes maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, and ensuring all necessary documents are filed correctly. Document preparation: Drafting and preparing legal documents such as petitions, motions, and pleadings related to workers' compensation claims. Communication: Serving as a point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in workers' compensation cases. This includes answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and providing updates on case progress. Trial preparation: Assisting attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials related to workers' compensation cases. This may involve organizing exhibits, coordinating witness interviews, and preparing trial notebooks. Administrative tasks: Performing various administrative duties, such as maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings, and managing correspondence. Client support: Providing support and guidance to clients throughout the workers' compensation process. which involves following up with client inquiries, and provide case updates.
Organize and maintain files pertaining to litigation under the supervision of an attorney Assist the attorney(s) with secretarial and clerical duties Maintain calendar for assigned attorney(s) Knowledge of document formats of a legal nature. Discretion and good judgment Efficient use of a digital dictation on Bighand system Understanding of technical legal and medical terminology Providing good customer service skills to clients Proficiency in typing, transcription, data entry and filing Fluent in Spanish Arrange for the filing of WCAB documents
• Transcribing from dictation • Create, format and edit documents, spreadsheets, presentations • Filing, copying • File pleadings and other court documents and trial exhibit preparation • Handle telephone calls, mail • Maintain calendars; organize and schedule meetings and conference calls • Interface with clients and opposing parties • Provide administrative support to assigned attorneys •Maintain calendars and schedules for a number of attorneys •Understand the basics of a number of court documents, such as summons and subpoenas make travel arrangements •Arrange for the filing of court documents
•Maintain calendars and schedules for attorney Research cases as directed and under supervision of attorney