File Opening Clerk

Essential Job Functions

• Review of all referral materials and running conflicts check for acceptance of referral.
• Creating new file memos for new files received and opening the file in Perfect Law.
• Review mail and other related documents pertaining to general liability cases.
• Maintaining records attendant to court proceedings.
• Ensuring documents are delivered to appropriate parties.
• Maintaining daily calendar and computer files.
• Ensuring tasks are completed timely and properly documented.
• Keeping cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software.
• Making sure the filing is done and up to date.
• Docketing.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED (or equivalent) required; an associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience supporting a legal office or working in the legal industry.
• Working knowledge of court rules and procedures preferred but not required.
• Microsoft Word and Outlook experience required; Excel experience preferred.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and independently.

Additional Information

• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, Group Term life, Voluntary term life, STD, LTD, 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match and paid time off.