Asbestos Claims Paralegal
About The Position
Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, is a trial law firm dedicated to helping injured people get the justice they deserve. We have offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, California, and Texas. We only represent people—not corporations. Our nationwide practice affords us the opportunity to make a difference on a broad scale, and we are looking for colleagues who share our passion. We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Asbestos Claims Paralegal to join our growing team. This position will play a vital role in supporting the preparation and submission of asbestos-related claims and assisting with the day-to-day management of claim files. The ideal candidate will be organized, communicative, eager to learn, and comfortable working with sensitive documents and data in a high-volume setting. This is an entry-level opportunity, and prior asbestos experience is not required. Training will be provided. This role is on-site in our Fort Lauderdale office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; recent college graduates are encouraged to apply
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- A client-focused mindset and ability to maintain professionalism in all interactions
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage deadlines
- High attention to detail
- Ability to learn new systems, processes, and legal concepts quickly
- Professional, dependable, and eager to develop a career in the legal field
Nice To Haves
- Previous legal, administrative, internship, customer service, or office experience is helpful but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing, filing, and managing asbestos-related claims with accuracy, including helping address deficiencies as needed
- Input and manage data in the internal case management system
- Communicate with clients, claims representatives, and the firm’s various internal departments, such as liens, accounting, intake, and estates
- Assist with gathering and organizing client, medical, employment, and exposure-related information
- Assist with complying with audit requests and other claim-related deadlines
- Conduct client outreach to gather required information and provide claim status updates
- Review various records and case materials, including deposition transcripts and other documents, and assist with preparing summaries for attorneys
- Assist attorneys and senior paralegals with monitoring case and claim deadlines and completing other related tasks
- Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files and documentation
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Commuter Transit Program
- Retirement Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
