Hearing Case Manager/Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant (Hearing Case Manager)

At Nyman Turkish, we pride ourselves on being a nationally recognized "full-service" law firm specializing in California Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability. Led by civil rights experts and Partners Jason Turkish, Jessica Turkish, Melissa Nyman, Spencer Nyman, and California Workers' Compensation Chair Brant Bruner, we've helped thousands of claimants recover tens of millions in benefits. Nyman Turkish offers unmatched representation for individuals with workplace injuries and disabilities. Our structure and workflows allow us to provide clients with personalized and efficient "boutique" representation at every step of the process.

This position is ideal for individuals looking to start a career in the legal field. As a Legal Assistant (Hearing Case Manager), you will play a key role in supporting attorneys and clients throughout the Social Security Disability process, ensuring exceptional service and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients via phone and email
• Review medical records
• Work 1:1 with an attorney to prepare case files for hearings
• Process and file documents with Social Security Administration
• Guide clients through paperwork and documentation requirements
• Maintain accuracy and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Develop a strong understanding of Social Security Disability procedures and related medical issues
• Utilize legal management software effectively
• Perform administrative tasks as needed
• Uphold the highest level of professionalism in all interactions

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Professional demeanor and reliability
• High school diploma required; college coursework or degree preferred
• Comfortable with prolonged desk work and computer use
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs occasionally
• Prior administrative or customer service experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Starting pay: Michigan $23.00 per hour
• Annual increases of $3.00 per hour through your third work anniversary

Benefits

• Excellent work environment with upward mobility to promote within the firm
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, life, disability.
• 401(k) with 6% employer match.
• Paid holidays, PTO, sick time, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nyman Turkish is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and any other protected characteristic, to apply.