Case Manager - Paralegal

$35,000 - $60,000/Yr

Unclassified - North Charleston, SC

Full-time - Entry Level

North Charleston, SC

About the position

Our busy law office is looking for a legal case manager-paralegal to help us oversee all aspects of case management. The ideal candidate will be incredibly organized and have experience drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and managing case files. This role is crucial in ensuring that all case-related information is meticulously organized and updated, whether in electronic or paper format, in accordance with firm policies. The case manager-paralegal will be responsible for drawing up legal documents for attorney review and reviewing legal documents to ensure adherence to all legal requirements. Collaboration is key in this position, as the case manager-paralegal will work closely with outside vendors, staff, and attorneys to manage the law firm's case load. This includes presenting case summaries and updates, ensuring that deadlines are met, and aiding attorneys with all aspects of case management, including billing and docketing deadlines. The role also involves performing legal research to obtain necessary documentation regarding health insurance, medical records, social security, and medical providers. Additionally, the case manager-paralegal will be responsible for informing clients and outside counsel on case status as requested. We are looking for a candidate who is an effective communicator and a great teammate, with a natural ability to self-start and take initiative. If you possess these qualities and are looking to join a dynamic team, we would like to talk to you!

Responsibilities

• Manage, update, and organize all case files and information with regard to engagement, whether electronic or paper, in accordance with firm policies
• Draw up legal documents for attorney review
• Review legal documents to ensure adherence to all legal requirements
• Collaborate with outside vendors, staff, and attorneys to manage the law firm's case load, present case summaries/updates, and ensure that deadlines are met
• Aid attorneys with all aspects of case management, including billing, docketing deadlines, and providing reminders as requested
• Perform legal research to obtain documentation regarding health insurance, medical records, social security, and medical providers
• Inform clients and outside counsel on case status as requested

Requirements

• Extensive experience conducting legal research and drafting legal documents is essential
• A 2-year degree and Paralegal certification are acceptable, but a Bachelor's degree is preferred
• High school diploma is required
• Possesses exceptional organizational skills as well as effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Professional case management process experience is needed, preferably as a personal injury case manager, or related jobs such as legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal, at a non-profit, law firm, or human services agency
• Computer proficient, specifically with case management software, word processing, and spreadsheet presentation