Paralegal - Veterans and Social Security Beneftis

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TYPE OF WORK

Full Time

SALARY

$800 - $1000

HOURS PER WEEK

TBD

DATE POSTED

Nov 25, 2022

JOB OVERVIEW

We are a law firm located in Miami, Florida seeking a full-time paralegal to assist with our Veterans (VA) benefits and Social Security (SSA) benefits matters. We are a growing law firm and we're seeking someone who is looking for a long-term position and someone who is passionate about assisting clients who suffer from physical and mental disabilities.

Our new teaUpgrade to see actual infomber will assist with the following:

- Field incoming phone calls from current Veteran and Social Security clients.
- Upload incoming emails and faxes into client files.
- Prepare outgoing emails and correspondence
- Act as the point of contact for our Veteran and Social Security clients.
- Conduct research and writing
- Educate clients on the application and appeals process.
- Keep clients updated on the status of their cases.
- Communicate with the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) to facilitate the processing of disability claims.
- Send, receive, and follow up on paperwork sent to the SSA, VA and clients.
- Obtain client medical records froUpgrade to see actual infodical providers and submit them to the SSA and VA.
- Use our Case Management Software to perform all tasks, time and document all actions taken in a case.
- Prepare online files for hearings.
- Prepare legal briefs prior to hearings.
- Continuously remain in contact with our current clients and provide frequents updates on their case.
- Listen to potential clients' stories as if you were right there with them.
- Protect personal information as you would your own, maintaining the utmost level of privacy.
- Constantly seek to improve your position by creating efficiency and implementing new ideas.

Ideal TeaUpgrade to see actual infomber

- Two (2) years working in a paralegal/legal assistant role
- Experience in preparing legal reports
- Able to work 8:30 am - 5:30 pm EST (New York Time)
- Minimum internet speed of 20 mbps
- Ability to work in a quiet environment with no background noise
- Knowledge of legal case management systems or can quickly learn
- Has a positive outlook on life
- Extremely organized and detail oriented
- Excellent writing skills
- Can handle a huge caseload in an efficient manner
- Handles pressure easily while maintaining professionalism
- Works well with different demographics of individuals
- Extremely reliable and does what it takes to get the work done
- Enjoys the freedom to work without being micro-managed
- Has a desire to assist elderly and disabled individuals
- Has excellent writing and communication skills

To be considered for this position, please provide the following:
1. Current resume - include all education and summary of any prior work.

2. Cover letter outlining the following:
- Why you dUpgrade to see actual info to work as a virtual assistant.
- An example where you have worked in English and your experience working with people outside of the Philippines.
- Explanation of why you would like to work with Veteran and Social Security disability clients.

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ABOUT THE EMPLOYER

Contact Person: T. Taylor

Member since: November 25, 2022

Total Job Posts: 26

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