Bilingual (English/Spanish) Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 2003, Kanner & Pintaluga is a NLJ500 and Mid-Market Pro 50 law firm that has recovered over $1 billion for property damage and personal injury clients nationwide. With nearly 100 lawyers and more than 30 offices throughout the Central and Southeastern United States, our primary goal is to achieve the most favorable outcome for our clients, who have the absolute right to receive the maximum compensation for their damages.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Administrative Assistant will work directly with the department’s Managing Attorney. They should be comfortable with computers, general office tasks, and excel at both verbal and written communication. They are responsible for handling fact-finding projects and gathering and organizing documents and information.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform data entry duties, including, but not limited to, tracking metrics within the department.
• Handle incoming calls and other communication with clients and third parties
• Maintain ongoing relationships with our firms’ outside co-counsel, clients, and medical providers.
• Maintain and organize electronic case files, including, but not limited to gathering updates on our divisions’ files with outside counsel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• Full-time,8:00 am to 5:00 pm, M-F.
• High school/GED diploma required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• Personal Injury experience preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Legal experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently.
• Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize workload.

FIRM BENEFITS

The Firm offers a competitive benefits package for our full-time employees and their families. Here is a summary of our benefits (the list is not all-inclusive):

• Competitive Wage
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, Bereavement, and Sick Time
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Firm match
• Group Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Employer-Covered Supplemental Benefits 
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits 
• Annual Performance Reviews 

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kanner & Pintaluga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kanner & Pintaluga retains the right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time — in its sole discretion. Employment is at will.

E-Verify

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