Legal Assistant - Worker's Compensation
Horwitz, Horwitz, and Associates is a progressive family-owned law firm located in Chicago's loop, dedicated to seeking justice for injured individuals. They are looking for a Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant who will support the Workers' Comp Attorney(s) and ensure an outstanding client experience for injured workers.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain a high-volume case load as the primary support team member to the Attorney
- 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
- Recognize and communicate escalated or urgent matters to Attorney in a timely manner
- Process and distribute all incoming and outgoing checks for clients
- Schedule client visits when needed
- Other duties as assigned by Attorney or leadership team
Skills
- 1-year minimum experience in a Legal Assistant/Case Manager role
- 1-year minimum experience in Workers' Compensation
- 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 to both internally and externally
- Experience at a Plaintiff's firm is highly valued
- Ability to read, write, and converse in Spanish is a plus
Benefits
- Health Insurance - HHA covers 100% of Employee Only premium
- Dental, Vision & Gift Life Insurance
- 401k & Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off (Birthday & Holidays)
- Casual dress code and engaging work environment
- Great location near public transit, parks, and shopping
- Potential to work a hybrid work schedule after onboarding period
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