Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC

Law Office Receptionist - Legal Assistant

NEW YORK, NYPosted a month ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC

  • Job overview

    The Law Office Receptionist - Legal Assistant role supports front desk operations and legal pre-litigation tasks in a personal injury law firm, impacting client relations and case management.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves answering calls, greeting clients, managing schedules, handling email correspondence, performing telephone intakes, organizing medical records, assisting with pre-litigation paperwork, data entry, drafting correspondence, and clerical duties.

  • Experience and skills

    Preferred qualifications include prior law office experience, especially in personal injury, familiarity with legal software like SmartAdvocate, Spanish language skills, strong communication, organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and discretion with sensitive information.

  • Career development

    The position offers hands-on training, exposure to all phases of personal injury pre-litigation, and long-term career potential within the firm.

  • Work environment and culture

    The firm promotes a friendly, professional, and collegial atmosphere valuing each team member, with a supportive and team-oriented environment.

  • Company information

    Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC is a small but growing plaintiff’s personal injury law firm based in Midtown Manhattan near Penn Station, focused on helping injured individuals seek justice and compensation.

  • Job location and travel

    The job is located in Midtown Manhattan, conveniently near Penn Station, in a small law firm setting.

  • Unique job features

    This dual-role position uniquely combines front desk reception duties with legal assistant responsibilities, providing diverse experience in a personal injury law firm.

Company overview

The Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC is a New York-based personal injury law firm specializing in representing clients who have suffered injuries due to accidents such as car crashes, construction incidents, slip and falls, and medical malpractice. The firm generates revenue by working on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only collect fees if they secure compensation for their clients. Founded by Jay S. Knispel, a former insurance defense attorney, the firm leverages his insider knowledge of insurance company tactics to advocate for plaintiffs. With a reputation for aggressive representation and personalized client service, the firm has secured significant verdicts and settlements across New York City and surrounding areas. Candidates should be aware of the firm's commitment to client advocacy, its litigation-focused approach, and its strong presence in the competitive New York legal market.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to showcase your organizational skills, front-desk professionalism, and ability to multitask between receptionist and legal assistant duties at Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC.

  • Highlight experience with client interaction, managing communications, scheduling, and familiarity with legal administrative tasks such as case file management, medical record retrieval, and basic legal correspondence.

  • Apply through multiple channels including the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for this dual-role position.

  • Connect with current employees in the legal or administrative divisions at Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on their firm’s commitment to client service or asking about their experience with pre-litigation processes.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'legal assistant,' 'receptionist,' 'case file management,' 'pre-litigation,' 'client communication,' and 'Microsoft Office proficiency' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.

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