Associate Attorney - Remote

Overview

An overview paragraph about the job

In Short

• Conduct 25-40 administrative SSD hearings per month, primarily via video conference.
• Occasional travel for in-person hearings as needed.
• Conduct pre-hearing phone calls with clients to prepare them for their hearings and gather necessary information.
• Review and edit medical summaries and legal briefs prepared by support staff.
• Collaborate with supervising attorneys on case strategy and development.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files.
• Stay up-to-date on changes in Social Security Disability law and regulations.
• Timely client communication, research, and drafting of legal documents.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Active license to practice law in any U.S. state.
• 1-3 years of legal experience; experience conducting hearings and/or working in a legal firm preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client service skills.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a high volume of cases.
• Compassionate and dedicated to helping others.
• Proficiency with video conferencing technology and other relevant software.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Fully paid employee health coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401k matching after 90 days of employment.
• Company-provided phone and laptop.
• A healthy work-life balance.
• A supportive learning environment.