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Legal Secretary - Workers' Compensation

CIPRIANI & WERNER PC, Columbia, MD, United States


Cipriani & Werner is a multidisciplinary law firm. We have long been recognized as a firm that seeks to understand the needs and interests of our clients. From that point forward, we strive to deliver results that are expected by our clients.

The Columbia Workers’ Compensation Group in our Maryland Office is looking for a Legal Secretary to join our growing team. The candidate must be able to work in person in the Columbia, MD office.

Responsibilities

direct contact with clients, courts, and other entities

answer incoming phone calls

prepare and maintain physical and electronic client files

schedule appointments and maintain attorney and litigation calendars

file pleadings, prepare and work on discovery documents, discovery demands, and responses

obtain documents and other expert discovery

coordinate/book deposition scheduling

draft correspondence

help coordinate for a very high-speed legal office

organize client files, pleadings, exhibit binders, discovery, etc.

handle incoming and outgoing mail for all attorneys and legal staff

Position Requirements

High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree preferred

2 years of legal workers’ compensation required, 5 years preferred

Knowledge of e-filing systems across multiple jurisdictions (DC/MD/VA) required

Ability to proofread required

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred

Must be a self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills with the ability to work as a team member in a high-volume fast paced work environment

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Paid time off

Mentorship opportunities

Collaborative and welcoming work environment

Work-Life balance

This is an in-person position.

The salary range for this position is $45,000-$60,000 and represents C&W’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, included but not limited to experience and qualifications.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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