Legal Assistant - Workers' Compensation

Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates is a progressive family-owned law firm located in Chicago's loop, dedicated to seeking justice for injured individuals. They are looking for a Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant to support their Attorneys by managing case loads and ensuring an excellent client experience for injured workers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a high-volume case load as the primary support team member to the Attorney
• Act as a liaison between the client and Attorney providing an excellent client experience
• Effectively communicate with the clients while demonstrating empathy and understanding of their case
• Efficiently and effectively complete all assignments, tasks, and client calls
• Recognize and communicate escalated or urgent matters to Attorney in a timely manner
• Process and distribute all incoming and outgoing checks for clients
• Schedule client visits when needed
• Other duties as assigned by Attorney or leadership team

Skills

• 1-year minimum experience in a Legal Assistant/Case Manager role
• 1-year minimum experience in Workers' Compensation
• Experience at a Plaintiff's firm is highly valued
• Able to work both independently and contribute to a positive team environment
• Self-motivated and goal driven
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Effective written and verbal communications skills
• Efficient with time management and deadline conscious
• Superior attention to detail and a high level of organization skills
• Commitment to providing outstanding customer service to both internally and externally
• Ability to read, write, and converse in Spanish is a plus

Benefits

• Health Insurance - HHA covers 100% of Employee Only premium
• Dental, Vision & Gift Life Insurance
• 401k & Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (Birthday & Holidays)
• Casual dress code and engaging work environment
• Great location near public transit, parks, and shopping
• Potential to work a hybrid work schedule after onboarding period

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