Associate Attorney

Summary

Join our client, a law firm committed to representing Social Security Disability claimants, as an Entry-Level Legal Associate. This remote position, based in the Southeast, Midwest, or Southwest US, offers recent graduates or attorneys with 1-3 years of experience a rewarding career. You will conduct administrative hearings, prepare clients, review legal documents, collaborate with attorneys, and maintain case files. The firm provides extensive training, mentorship, and a supportive environment that values work-life balance. This role requires a J.D. degree, an active law license, and strong communication and analytical skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including fully paid health coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and a 401k match.

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

Responsibilities

• 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

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