Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $20.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health Insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Job Description
VanDerGinst Law is a well-established personal injury law firm with multiple attorneys and several office locations. This firm specializes in helping individuals who have been injured at work or as a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of others. With a strong commitment to client service and legal excellence, VanDerGinst Law has built a reputation for providing compassionate and effective legal representation. The firm’s multi-location presence allows it to serve a broad client base while maintaining personalized attention and a professional environment. VanDerGinst Law operates within the law practice industry and is dedicated to ensuring justice and fair compensation for its clients through proactive legal strategies and skilled advocacy.
The role available is a full-time position based in the Des Moines office, with working hours from Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. The position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, along with comprehensive full-time benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The firm prides itself on fostering a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and values reliability and attention to detail.
The position is a hybrid role that combines front desk reception duties with essential legal assistant responsibilities, making it ideal for candidates who are organized, communicative, and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced legal office setting. The candidate will greet clients both in person and over the phone, ensuring that all client interactions are handled professionally and with care. They will accurately enter client data into the firm’s case management system, maintaining detailed and organized client records critical to the legal process.
Additional responsibilities include assisting attorneys and paralegals by managing administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, organizing files, and making phone calls. The role involves preparing and mailing letters of representation to insurance companies, as well as requesting, following up, and organizing medical records and bills relevant to client cases. The ideal candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor when interacting with clients, insurance companies, and other parties. Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize tasks efficiently are crucial to ensuring timely follow-ups and smooth day-to-day operation of the office.
Multilingual candidates who can assist in translating for clients and documents will find this skill highly valuable in this role. The firm emphasizes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and requires successful completion of a criminal background check as part of the hiring process. VanDerGinst Law is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, gender preference, gender identity, or non-job-related disability. This is a rewarding opportunity for a dependable, detail-oriented professional looking to contribute to a respected law practice while advancing their career in a challenging and supportive environment.
The role available is a full-time position based in the Des Moines office, with working hours from Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. The position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, along with comprehensive full-time benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The firm prides itself on fostering a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and values reliability and attention to detail.
The position is a hybrid role that combines front desk reception duties with essential legal assistant responsibilities, making it ideal for candidates who are organized, communicative, and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced legal office setting. The candidate will greet clients both in person and over the phone, ensuring that all client interactions are handled professionally and with care. They will accurately enter client data into the firm’s case management system, maintaining detailed and organized client records critical to the legal process.
Additional responsibilities include assisting attorneys and paralegals by managing administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, organizing files, and making phone calls. The role involves preparing and mailing letters of representation to insurance companies, as well as requesting, following up, and organizing medical records and bills relevant to client cases. The ideal candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor when interacting with clients, insurance companies, and other parties. Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize tasks efficiently are crucial to ensuring timely follow-ups and smooth day-to-day operation of the office.
Multilingual candidates who can assist in translating for clients and documents will find this skill highly valuable in this role. The firm emphasizes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and requires successful completion of a criminal background check as part of the hiring process. VanDerGinst Law is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, gender preference, gender identity, or non-job-related disability. This is a rewarding opportunity for a dependable, detail-oriented professional looking to contribute to a respected law practice while advancing their career in a challenging and supportive environment.
Job Requirements
- Completion of criminal background check, drug and alcohol-free workplace compliance, excellent communication skills, detail oriented, strong organizational skills, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, professional demeanor, ability to follow up in a timely manner, ability to work full-time in Des Moines office
Job Qualifications
- 2+ years experience in a professional office setting, experience in legal office or law firm environment, proficiency with ordering and organizing medical records and bills, experience with case management software, proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, experience with phone interaction, demonstrated regular work attendance, dependable and reliable, strong problem-solving skills
Job Duties
- Greet clients in person and by phone, accurately enter client information into case management system, prepare tracking and spreadsheet reports, assist paralegals and attorneys with administrative tasks, prepare and mail letters of representation, request and organize medical records and bills, coordinate day-to-day office operations, translate for clients and documents if multilingual
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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