Workers' Compensation Claims Manager jobs in Rochester, NY

Goldberg Segalla, a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm with a national practice, seeks a Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant to join our Buffalo or Rochester office.

Job Description:

• The ability to type approximately 65 – 75 words per minute.

• Familiarity with electronic filing in Federal and State Court.

• Types general correspondence, memorandum and complex legal documents according to the requirements set by each practice group.

• Transcribes dictation tapes (letters, memos of law, motions and briefs).

• Proofreads documents and checks for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammar.

• Prepares check requests for processing with appropriate backup and timely submission to accounting for payment.

• Types and coordinates expense reports.

• Enters and edits the attorney’s time into the timekeeping system within deadlines as required.

• Maintains attorney(s’) appointment calendar.

• Maintains files in an efficient and effective manner.

• Prepares and updates attorney case lists.

• Prepare materials for distribution via U.S. mail, fax, courier, messenger, etc.

• Maintains confidentiality of client information in accordance with the firm policies.

• Interacts professionally with clients, attorneys, paralegals, secretaries, all other staff and other representatives outside of the firm.

• Ability to handle pressure, interruptions and multiple projects with frequently changing priorities and deadlines.

• Ideal candidate should be motivated with the goal of becoming a long term asset within the organization.

• 1-5 years of Workers' Compensation experience. Entry level candidates may be considered.

• Experience with E-file, calendaring and docketing deadlines.

• Billing experience.

• Exceptional organization skills.

• Positive attitude.

• Excellent typing skills.

• Ability to multitask.

• Teamwork oriented.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Benefits:

This role offers an hourly salary and bonus opportunity. The salary range for this position is $19 to $21.50. Actual pay may be adjusted based on experience and other job related factors permitted by law. This position also offers a full benefits package. Our benefits package includes, but is not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending, and more.

Goldberg Segalla isn’t merely a business—we’re a community. We value the diversity of our team and strive to create a collaborative and enjoyable culture for everyone, where leadership is rewarded, and efficiency, mutual respect, and working together for the common good are traits we all embody.