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About this New Matters Specialist role at O'Hagan Meyer

O'Hagan Meyer · Onsite · Chicago, Illinois, United States

Mid-size law firm with 26 offices nationwide is looking for a motivated self-starter who is detail-oriented and well-organized to help on our New Matters team with the process of opening new files and running conflict searches.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

·       Setting up new files in the billing system for all offices nationwide

·       Review new intake forms for accuracy and completion

·       Following up on missing or inaccurate forms

·       Reviewing engagement letters

·       Preparing and distributing correspondence related to the new matter. Update existing file set up information as needed

·       Working with other staff members, such as paralegals and attorneys, to ensure a smooth transition into the new case. 

·       Back up coverage for processing requests for conflicts searches

·       Assist with projects as needed and other duties as assigned

Requirements

·       Proficiency in Microsoft office

·       Strong attention to detail and proofreading necessary

·       Excellent time management and judgement skills

·       Ability to work well in a team environment and independently

·       Ability to handle a large volume of work while ensuring a high level of accuracy

·       Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

·       Strong organizational and critical thinking skills

·       Effective verbal and written communication skills

·       Previous work history in a law firm setting is beneficial, but not required.

·       Must be committed to providing superior customer service to attorneys while producing a high-quality work product

·       Maintaining confidentiality of client information is paramount. 

·       Experience running conflict checks is a plus

·       Experience with Juris or Aderant is a plus

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Salary: $48,000 - $60,000

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability 
  • Training & Development
  • Free Food & Snacks in Office
  • Wellness Resources
  • Commuter Benefits

Why Join our Firm?

  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
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About O'Hagan Meyer

O’Hagan Meyer is a civil defense firm with 300 attorneys located in 26 offices across the United States. Our nationally honored and well-regarded attorneys represent a diverse range of clients in a wide variety of practice groups, including labor & employment, wage & hour, ERISA & employee benefits, commercial litigation, insurance coverage litigation, consumer financial services litigation, professional liability, products liability and tort litigation, sports law & NIL, cybersecurity and many others.

As a national law firm defending corporations, non-profits, associations and their officers & directors in every manner of litigation, O'Hagan Meyer provides individualized services that clients expect when defending cases against them. The firm places an emphasis on strong legal work and excellent service while focusing on preventative counseling and a results-oriented approach to litigation.

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