Legal Assistant

Description

Robert Half is seeking a legal assistant to support a Sandy Springs law firm with Veterans Disability Benefits claims and appeals. The role involves close collaboration with attorneys, case managers, and clients, requiring strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of VA disability claims processes.

Responsibilities:

- Retrieve and organize VA decisions, notification letters, and other records from the VA system, ensuring all essential documents are promptly captured and stored.

- Accurately enter and maintain relevant materials in the firm's case-management system to support legal analysis.

- Prepare and draft VA forms, responses, and supporting materials based on legal guidance provided by attorneys.

- Assemble and submit evidence for claims, ensuring completeness and adherence to case requirements.

- Monitor claim statuses, deadlines, and VA actions to provide real-time updates to the legal team.

- Update internal milestones and integrate new documents and correspondence into case files without delay.

- Communicate with clients in a meticulous and empathetic manner, addressing inquiries and providing detailed updates on case progress.

- Coordinate with Accredited Agents and Case Managers to gather additional information or follow up as needed.

- Ensure all communication and documentation align with firm standards and meet quality expectations.

Requirements - Proven experience in handling Veterans Affairs disability claims or legal documentation related to VA processes.

- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple case files and deadlines effectively.

- Proficiency with case management software and other office technology.

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, ensuring accurate and clear interactions with clients and colleagues.

- Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, case managers, and third parties.

- Emotional intelligence and customer service skills to address client concerns with professionalism and empathy.

- Familiarity with VA platforms such as VA.gov or Direct Upload for submitting documents.

- A solid work ethic and eagerness to learn about VA disability ratings and benefits processes.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

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