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Hennessy & Roach, P.C. · 19 hours ago

Legal Assistant

Hennessy & Roach, P.C. is a law firm specializing in defending employers in Workers’ Compensation and General Liability matters. They are seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to support multiple attorneys with case management, document preparation, and trial preparations in a fast-paced legal environment.

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Responsibilities

Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software
Completing attorney dictation through firm software including correspondence, pleadings and medical records requests, etc
Utilization of e-filing procedures through various court systems including civil courts and the workers compensation commission
Assist with preparation for trials/hearings including preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed
Scheduling depositions and independent medical evaluations. This includes working with opposing attorneys for scheduling and doctor’s offices
Requesting medical records through HIPAA, subpoena or Form 43 documents as required and following up with medical providers for requested records
Assisting with overflow of work in the office including dictation for other attorneys, filing, etc
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Legal office experienceElectronic filingCourt rules knowledgeMicrosoft WordAttention to detailAdministrative skillsProofreading skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsWriting skillsTeamworkSelf-motivated

Required

High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) required
3+ years of Administrative Assistant experience supporting attorneys in a legal office setting
Working knowledge of court rules and procedures
Microsoft Word experience required
Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
Excellent telephone, writing, and proofreading skills
Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure
Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently
Organization, Planning, Attention to Detail, and Dependability
Firm and Client Confidentiality required

Preferred

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience with electronic filing for workers' compensation and general liability preferred
Prior experience with typing dictation
Excel and PowerPoint experience preferred

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Critical Illness
Accident
Group Term life
Voluntary term life
STD
LTD
401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match
Paid time off

Company

Hennessy & Roach, P.C.

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Hennessy & Roach, P.C. is a law firm serving Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Nebraska, and Missouri.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Anthony Gattuso
Partner
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Betsy Willer
Partner / Shareholder
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