Paralegal - Rathee Law Firm - New York

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  --Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities · Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, BP's and other legal documents...ETC · Organize and manage case files, medical records, and evidence as needed. · Coordinate with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel for any upcoming court dates. · Track deadlines, court dates, and statutes of limitations · Assist attorneys in EBT, EUO's , TRIAL PREP, depositions, and hearings · Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorneys. Qualifications · 1–3 years of paralegal experience in a litigation setting · Personal injury background strongly preferred · Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program · Familiarity with New York court filing procedures and e-filing systems · Strong organizational, written, and communication skills _ Pre-litigation Paralegal – All Level/ Entry Level (Front Desk&Clerical Duties) to Senior Paralegal (Drafting Documents and working with Senior Paralegals & Attorney Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM English & Spanish required Pre-litigation focus – If Case isn't settling, we are moving it to Litigation Department. Responsibilities · Pre-litigation – Knowledgeable in the process of Personal Injury Case, Ability to handle caseload from intake through demand package submission. · Communicate with clients in English and Spanish to gather information and provide case updates every 2 weeks. · Collect, organize, and review medical records, bills, and accident reports. · Draft and send correspondence to insurance companies and medical providers when needed · Prepare and submit demand letters and settlement packages · Monitor treatment status and coordinate with medical offices on behalf of clients. · Maintain accurate and up-to-date case notes in the firm's case management system – CLOUDLEX*

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• MatinicusLT LLC

  

  Paralegal- 6 Years of Law firm experience

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All other duties as assigned. Attendance as outlined in the Operations Attendance Policy. Knowledge & Skills: Able to exercise sound, independent judgment and escalate issues appropriately. Understand, interpret, document and record data and observations clearly. Communicate process improvement opportunities; able to identify and resolve issues. Flexible to change. Able to take ownership of issues to resolution. Able to type and talk at same time. Communication: Clear interaction with collection law firms; good written and verbal communicator; solicit feedback; build trust and credibility; support change. Ownership: Own performance, receptive to feedback; apply feedback to improve; active participant in training and coaching sessions. Assessment: Assess collection law firm performance; assess adherence to the Company’s processes and policies; identify barriers; recommend and implement changes, including oversight of collection law firms for performance and fit. 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  The Office of the Special Commissioner of Investigation for the New York City School District (“SCI”) is seeking a Special Counsel. Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Commissioner and First Deputy Commissioner, the successful candidate will have great latitude for independent decision-making and will provide recommendations for appropriate action to prevent future corruption hazards. The successful candidate will supervise and conduct assigned investigations and provide legal guidance for investigators. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: planning and directing confidential, multifaceted investigations and reviews of DOE programs and operations; reviewing investigative memoranda to determine completeness and accuracy; drafting SCI investigative reports, subpoenas, and other legal documents; research and analyzing documents related to investigations to determine governing rules and applicable laws; conducting witness interviews; making policy and procedure recommendations to the DOE; and working jointly with various prosecutors’ offices and other investigative agencies. The successful candidate may also be assigned additional administrative responsibilities including, but not limited to: internal investigations, inter-agency outreach and coordination, and privacy compliance. THOSE HIRED BY SCI ARE DOE SALARIED EMPLOYEES AND NYC RESIDENCY IS NOT REQUIRED. HYBRID OFFICE / REMOTE WORK SCHEDULE AVAILABLE AFTER INITIAL TRAINING PERIOD. APPROVED CANDIDATE MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR PUBLIC SERVICE TUITION FORGIVENESS.