Jones Jones LLC is a leading workers' compensation defense law firm seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Settlements Department. In this role, you will provide administrative support to the team while delivering exceptional service to our clients.
This is a hybrid position, requiring two days per week in the office. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment. A strong commitment to accuracy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assign attorneys cases for settlement recommendations/follow up on response
- Update clients on settlements status
- Communication with plaintiff’s counsel on settlement interests/demands
- Communication with third party counsels for global settlements
- Assist attorneys on documents drafts and updates
- Submit and monitor agreements for Workers Compensation Board’s Approval
- Review of public folder to delegate assignments
- Quarterly Carrier’s Projects/claims reviews
- Knowledge of MSA/CMS procedures (preferred but not required)
- Review claims and evaluate what is needed to move towards closure
Requirements:
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required
- Paralegal certificate a plus
- Some related experience preferred but not required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to function well in a high-paced environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe or related software.
Apply today to join a firm with over a century of success and a future focused on innovation.
Jones Jones LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field
- Paralegal certificate
- Related legal or paralegal experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Understanding of legal language, principles, research methods, court pleadings, and legal processes
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe or related software
- Knowledge of MSA/CMS procedures
What We Do
Jones Jones LLC is a New York– and New Jersey–based defense law firm serving insurance carriers, self-insured employers, third-party administrators, and employers. It handles workers’ compensation defense, no-fault matters, subrogation, loss transfer, and related litigation, developing legal strategies to defend clients’ interests and resolve claims. The firm emphasizes experienced advocacy alongside innovation, efficiency, and responsive client service for clients across the insurance sector.
