Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Established in 1994, Harding Mazzotti, LLP is a law firm dedicated solely to the representation of injured persons with an emphasis on providing each client with an exemplary level of service. Our core value at Harding Mazzotti, LLP is kindness to each other, to our clients, and to our community. Our mission is to make each and every client a part of our family.

Summary/Objective

Pre-Litigation Paralegals work alongside Attorneys, Case Coordinators and other Paralegals, assisting individuals with personal injuries file and pursue claims. This position will be located in our Burlington, VT office.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Data entry into firm’s electronic database and storage system

· Organize and maintain electronic database, storage system and physical files

· Assist attorney’s and case coordinators with day-to-day handling of files and caseloads

· Communicate with clients by phone and email

· Communicate basic information with insurance adjusters via phone, email and fax

· Draft and send correspondence to clients and insurance adjusters

· Receive and process mail, scan into electronic storage data base, disburse as needed.

· Communicate with medical providers to collect and update medical records and billing.

· Communicate with local authorities and governmental agencies to send FOIL requests for reports and supporting documentation. (i.e.: police reports, police photos, reconstruction reports, inspection reports, etc.)

· Assist attorneys and/or case coordinators with contacting and updating information from various health insurance carriers (including Medicare and Medicaid) in regard to potential liens/subrogation

· Assist attorneys and/or case coordinators by contacting and updating information in regard to any other potential liens/ rights to subrogation. (i.e.: workers compensation, child support, additional personal injury protection, outstanding medical bills, etc.)

· Draft basic legal documents for attorney review, file with various county clerks and/or serve accordingly (i.e.: infant settlement petition, wrongful death petition, notice of claim, notice of intent)

· Draft closing documentation upon settlement, working in partnership with the accounting office to ensure that funds are distributed properly

· Other duties as assigned

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. This office works on cases for our New York, Massachusetts, and Vermont offices.

Required Education and Qualifications

Strong knowledge of PC applications, Windows, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Prior experience working in an office environment

Prior customer service experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Experience

Prior Paralegal experience

Paralegal certification or degree

Physical Demands/Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as calculator, copy machine and printer.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.

Occasionally ascends/descends stairs.

The person in this position frequently communicates with coworkers, clients and/or outside vendors. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

EEO Statement

Harding Mazzotti, LLP considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $37,000 - $42,000