Legal Assistant $42,950

Thomas J Henry Law, PLLC•Corpus Christi, TX

18d•$42,950•Onsite

About The Position

LEGAL ASSISTANT position starting salary $42,950 annually. Higher starting salary with the right experience combined with generous salary growth potential Thomas J. Henry Law is currently seeking Legal Assistants to join the firm. Our Legal Assistants have one of the highest median pay rates compared to every other personal injury firm in the state. Multiple positions available in Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi. This is the firm that will take your career to the next level. We focus on obtaining RESULTS for our clients! Our law firm has been named a “Best Place to Work” in the country by Glassdoor two years in a row! We consistently outperform our peers in categories such as: Career Opportunities Compensation and Benefits Culture and Values Senior Leadership Diversity If you are looking for the opportunity to make the most of your experience, talents and work ethic, we may be the place for you! Multiple positions available in Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi. If you are looking for the opportunity to make the most of your experience, talents and work ethic, we may be the place for you!

Requirements

Superb organizational and time management skills to include meticulous attention to detail
Ability to handle highly confidential information with professionalism and integrity
Must be able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
Outstanding attendance and punctuality
Teamwork capacity to include ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in the department and the organization in general
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with policy and procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; researching/problem-solving skills
Excellent client service skills and the ability to promote and maintain a strong commitment to the mission and values of the organization
Ability to use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to make appropriate decisions
High school diploma or GED required
Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record

Nice To Haves

Previous law office experience preferred
Customer service background preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience with Salesforce software or other CRM system
Experience with a variety of office equipment

Responsibilities

Interact daily with assigned clientele and Potential New Clients (PNC) to understand their needs which will provide more clarity for assigned attorney directions
Work closely and in tandem with assigned attorney in a team environment and ensure all policies and procedures are followed and completed
Communicate daily with assigned attorney using multiple mediums (i.e. Email, written reports, one on one presentation, etc.) to address any case building, property damage, or case settling issues and direction
Quickly and efficient obtain police reports from various police agencies
Quickly and efficiently set up auto Liability, Uninsured (UM), Underinsured (UIM), and Personal Injury Protection (PIP)/Medical Payment (Med Pay) claims daily
Ensure clientele are receiving medical treatment if necessary and proper policies are being followed
Handle clientele complaint issues, requests, and demands accordingly
Effectively explain and execute Attorney-Client contracts to grow law firm and increase local clientele market share
Provide close attention to all clients and potential new clients both in person and over the phone
Resolve client’s property damage issues providing client with their respective options.
Manage rental car requests and rental car accounts per client file
File management encompassing keeping file organized and filing mail/faxes daily
Other duties as assigned