Law Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Keches Law Group, P.C. is a well-established law firm with offices in Milton, Bridgewater, and Worcester, practicing in the areas of workers' compensation, personal injury, and medical malpractice.

We are seeking a Law Clerk to join our Bridgewater office.

This is not a remote position so the candidate will need to live within commuting distance to the office.

Please note: If you are applying from another state, please include a cover letter explaining your plans to work in Massachusetts.

Duties:

• Requesting reports and medical records from doctors’ offices, hospitals, urgent cares, etc. and preparing them for court
• Reviewing of medical records and preparation of medical summaries
• Producing information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics
• Gathering and documenting information in an efficient manner
• Communicating directly with clients to update them gather information, and answer questions
• Maintaining client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
• Enhancing the reputation of the department and the organization by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to the position
• Continuing to communicate with and update the attorney(s) throughout the process of their cases
• Filing documents and updating client files

Skills/Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in law school at the 1L, 2L, or 3L level
• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Medicine, Science or related field is preferred
• Multi-lingual abilities are a plus
• General knowledge of Medicine is preferred
• Knowledge of the rules of civil procedure
• Strong medical research and writing abilities
• Strong phone, typing, and computer skills are a must
• Must be energetic, well organized, and have the ability to multi-task
• Must possess and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, and the ability to handle situations with tact and diplomacy; experience working in the hospitality or service industry is strongly preferred
• Ability to work in a high intensity, high stress environment handling a multitude of duties
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while accomplishing short-term goals without losing sight and commitment to the longer-term needs of the attorney(s)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and evaluative skills

Schedule

• On-site
• Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm
• Fall/Spring schedules are flexible and usually require the ability to work to up to 20 hours

The anticipated hourly rate for this position, which we in good faith expect to pay at the time of posting, is $21-$23 per hour. This range allows us to make an offer that reflects multiple factors, including experience, education, qualifications, and job-related knowledge and skills, as well as internal pay equity. It’s not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, as we strive to provide room for future and continued salary growth. Base pay is just one component of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonuses, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role, however the employee may at times be required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

AAP/EEO Statement

Keches Law Group is an equal opportunity employer. Keches Law Group does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law.

Keches Law Group complies with all applicable immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not presently provide employer support or sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future.