Personal Injury Case Manager

Friedman & Simon, L.L.P., Injury Lawyers, is a plaintiffs' personal injury law firm that has been fighting for the rights of seriously and catastrophically injured accident victims for over 30 years.

At our office in Jericho, New York, conveniently located adjacent to the Long Island Expressway and a short distance from the Northern State Parkway, with ample free parking and nearby shopping, we offer an office environment that is professional, respectful, warm, friendly and supportive.

We also offer a competitive compensation package, opportunity for growth and benefits that include paid vacation, health, dental & vision insurance and a 401(k) plan.

We are dedicated to providing the highest level of client service and seek a legal assistant, with personal injury law office experience, who is aligned with those values.

The legal assistant / case manager who will fill this position is someone who is ready and determined to "take ownership" of assigned client files from intake through the claim stage, able to address all pre-litigation aspects of the case.

Responsibilities will include:

• New case intake and initial assessment
• Review of initial intake notes and documents for completeness and accuracy
• Setting up claim with carriers
• Mailing out notice letters
• Setting up file in case management software (TrialWorks)
• Entering critical control dates and deadlines with precision
• Client contact via phone calls, email, texting and fax
• Contact with medical treatment facilities
• Gathering medical records and other necessary information to assist assigned attorney in claim negotiation

In addition, the successful candidate must have a demeanor that is both professional and personable. Ideally, the legal assistant / case manager is able to connect with clients and establish rapport in a way that instills confidence and reinforces that we have compassion for them, that we are working hard for them and that strengthens the attorney-client relationship with every contact.

If you have the qualities described and the position sounds interesting to you, please forward your resume and salary requirements so we may schedule a meeting to discuss our needs and your qualifications.