Legal Assistant-Plaintiff Medical Malpractice Law Firm

$50,000 - $65,000/Yr

Harris, Powers & Cunningham, Pllc - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Phoenix, AZ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Our dynamic medical malpractice law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant who can bring their skills, professionalism, and a touch of personality to our close-knit team. This role is essential in supporting attorneys with various legal tasks, ensuring smooth office operations, and managing case files effectively. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and possesses strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting, proofreading, preparing exhibits, and filing legal documents.
• Handle all scheduling, including depositions, expert consultations, client meetings, attorney phone calls, and case deadlines.
• Transcribe and organize dictations from attorneys promptly and accurately.
• Manage case files, maintain calendars, track deadlines and follow-ups.
• Handle administrative duties to ensure smooth office operations.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, ideally in medical malpractice or personal injury law.
• Understanding of Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure, including civil deadlines and e-filing systems like AZTurboCourt.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid grasp of Microsoft Office.

Nice-to-haves

• Proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Professional yet approachable personality.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule