Legal Assistant

Are you seeking a fulfilling career, working for the greater good? If so, then consider a career with Kerr, Robichaux & Carroll Law Office. (Experience in the legal field is not required)

At Kerr Robichaux & Carroll, we offer the chance to thrive professionally in a collaborative and supportive environment. We value teamwork as it is the difference between a good law practice and a great one. From ongoing mentoring to continuing education, you'll receive everything you need for success. We offer an opportunity to make a difference in people's lives by servicing the most vulnerable population. Every member of our firm, from attorneys to legal assistants, plays an important part in the fight for disability rights.

We are always searching for skilled and motivated people to join our firm as we continue to grow. If you're looking for a fulfilling challenge, we encourage you to apply.

We are seeking a motivated worker with a strong sense of social justice to join our firm.

You will have any number of roles and responsibilities throughout your career with our firm. We split responsibilities amongst various departments within the firm.

These roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Answering and returning large volume of calls via multi-line phones
• Directing clients to appropriate parties both internally and externally
• Making outbound calls on warm leads
• Signing new clients for representation
• Assisting clients in Social Security Disability application process
• Pre-screening clients for qualifications
• Requesting Hearings and prepping documents for the hearing
• Scheduling meetings with clients and appropriate firm staff
• Locating missing clients
• Answering status questions regarding clients claims
• Gathering information, records, and other data for the purpose of the claim
• Acting as liaison between clients and the Social Security Administrative offices
• Reporting updates to Social Security
• Checking status of claim to ensure due process

Benefits:

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits available after 90 days

Simple IRA with Employer matching

Bragging Rights – Robin Hood Complex (taking money from the government to help the less fortunate)

Holiday Closures:

• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving (Thanksgiving Day plus the following Friday)
• Christmas Day
• New Year’s Day

Requirements:

Must be available to work Full-Time, Monday – Friday 8am-5pm

Must be able to commute as this is an in-person position only

*Bilingual applicants encouraged but not required! *

COVID-19 considerations:

Currently, we are closed to the public, staff can wear masks as they prefer. Masks for staff are not mandatory.

Kerr Robichaux & Carroll is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to creating a workplace that values each person's unique background, experience, and perspective. Our goal is to represent the variety of our clients and the communities where we work. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or veteran or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person