Disbursement Assistant

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of various areas of law, including personal injury. This role is essential in providing administrative support to the disbursement team. The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent organizational skills, proficiency in legal research, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Duties

• Provide executive administrative support the disbursement manager and firm administrator.

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• Manage case files through document management system- Smart Advocate.
• Assist with project management tasks related to ongoing cases and legal projects.
• Maintain organized filing systems for easy retrieval of documents and case files.
• Perform data entry tasks accurately while ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Handle clerical duties such as answering phones with professional etiquette and managing correspondence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal administrative role is preferred.
• Strong writing skills with experience in legal drafting and document review.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficient in conducting legal research using Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX 77098 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77098: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person