Bilingual Legal Assistant - Case Manager

At WGK Personal Injury Lawyers, we understand the importance of providing compassionate and professional support to our clients. As a Personal Injury Bilingual Legal Assistant-Case Manager, you'll be at the heart of our mission, ensuring that injured individuals receive the best legal representation possible. You'll manage personal injury cases, maintain accurate records, and serve as the primary point of contact for our clients. Your role is vital in guiding them seamlessly through the legal process, allowing them to focus on recovery.

We are looking for a candidate with strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and a genuine passion for helping others. Prior experience as a legal assistant is required, as well as experience in case management. Being bilingual in English and Spanish is a must.

Position Details:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (on-site)
• Salary: $21.00 - $31.50 hourly depending on experience

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time off
• 401(k) Match
• Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Other benefits to be discussed during the interview

If you're dedicated to client advocacy and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, we encourage you to apply.

$25 - $31.50 hourly

• Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for Spanish speaking clients, provide updates on case status, answer inquiries, and offer compassionate support throughout the legal process
• Case Management: Gather necessary information for new cases, communicate with clients regularly, and maintain up-to-date records in the firm’s case management system
• Medical Records and Billing Management: Obtain and organize medical records, bills, and other documentation related to personal injury cases, ensuring accuracy for settlement negotiations or trials
• Case Research: Conduct research related to case law, statutes, and legal precedents to support attorneys in the preparation of legal strategies and briefs
• Client File Organization: Maintain comprehensive and organized physical and electronic client files, ensuring confidentiality and easy accessibility for all case-related documents
• Document Preparation and Filing: Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents such as settlement demands in a timely and accurate manner

• 1 year of experience in personal injury case management, preferably in auto-accident cases
• Prior experience as a legal assistant is a must
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is required
• Proficiency in legal software applications
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Independent problem solver
• Workers' Compensation experience is a plus

We're a personal injury law firm in Baltimore, MD. The firm was established in 1977 by William Kolodner, who passed the torch to his daughter Jill Kolodner and grandson Hunter Duke, keeping the business a family-run, multi-generational firm. We have been helping injured folks in MD get the compensation they deserve against negligent defendants.

Our mission is to help as many Marylanders get the best legal representation by guiding them through the legal process, so they can focus on recovering from their injuries. We believe our firm offers the best personal injury legal services in MD. We want to continue to expand our team so we can maintain our top-notch customer service and legal expertise for our expanding clientele. Victims of personal injury will know that they can call us to handle their case thoroughly and expeditiously. Our team is composed of compassionate individuals committed to advocating for clients.