Case Administrator (Legal Services/Administrative Support)
Case Administrator (Legal Services/Administrative Support)
American Arbitration Association
Houston, TX
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Description
We are actively recruiting for a Case Administrator/Paralegal to provide administrative support to clients and their attorneys on arbitration and mediation cases. This is a hybrid position with a starting annual salary range of $50,000 to $53,500 and an incentive opportunity targeting 7.5%.
The American Arbitration Association (AAA) is the leading provider of arbitration and mediation dispute resolution services, and has consistently been named one of the 50 best non-profits to work for by the Non-Profit Times, our employees enjoy rewarding careers in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. We offer a competitive compensation package, including incentives. Eligible employees also participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, orthodontia, vision coverage, student loan repayment, 403(b) retirement plan with substantial company match, discounted pet insurance, and generous paid-time-off benefits.
Responsibilities
Associate's degree in business or related discipline; three years of relevant work experience (e.g. customer service, case administration, legal environment); or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as legal files, business correspondence and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and business correspondence; ability to speak effectively, both in person and by telephone, to customers, attorneys, arbitrators, mediators, and coworkers.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs; ability to understand and interpret statistical reports, financial/fee schedules, data charts and graphs.
Computer Skills: Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and web-based case management systems.
Composure: Ability to maintain composure and professionalism when dealing with challenging situations or difficult individuals.
If you are unable to complete your application, you may request a disability accommodation and submit your information through an alternative method by contacting the Human Resources Department via email- [email protected].
Description
We are actively recruiting for a Case Administrator/Paralegal to provide administrative support to clients and their attorneys on arbitration and mediation cases. This is a hybrid position with a starting annual salary range of $50,000 to $53,500 and an incentive opportunity targeting 7.5%.
The American Arbitration Association (AAA) is the leading provider of arbitration and mediation dispute resolution services, and has consistently been named one of the 50 best non-profits to work for by the Non-Profit Times, our employees enjoy rewarding careers in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. We offer a competitive compensation package, including incentives. Eligible employees also participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, orthodontia, vision coverage, student loan repayment, 403(b) retirement plan with substantial company match, discounted pet insurance, and generous paid-time-off benefits.
Responsibilities
- Assists in administering arbitration and mediation cases; communicates regularly with parties, party representatives, and arbitrators and mediators by telephone, email, video conferencing, and letter; performs scheduling and other administrative tasks.
- Understands and applies respective rules and procedures for administering arbitration and mediation cases, including fee and billing policies; interprets and determines their appropriate application to assigned cases.
- Maintains and updates case files, records, and documents in the online case management system (PRISM).
- Ensures confidentiality of case information and case records; adheres to the AAA's information security and data privacy policies, procedures, and practices.
- Assists in coordinating, initiating, and administering conference calls and video conferences.
- Applies correct case fee schedules; accurately calculates and allocates billings/cancellations based on fee schedules and contractual agreements; explains fee calculations and billing processes to customers.
- Prepares and sends electronic and written communications to parties, party attorneys, and arbitrators and mediators.
- Proactively identifies case management issues and informs management; takes appropriate action to resolve them as appropriate.
- Responds to inquiries from clients, client representatives, and panelists in a timely and courteous manner; assists managers with informing and educating clients and client representatives on ADR processes.
- Provides feedback to management regarding interaction with arbitrators and mediators.
- Demonstrates regular, reliable, and predictable job attendance.
- Attends on-site and in-person meetings and training sessions.
Associate's degree in business or related discipline; three years of relevant work experience (e.g. customer service, case administration, legal environment); or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as legal files, business correspondence and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and business correspondence; ability to speak effectively, both in person and by telephone, to customers, attorneys, arbitrators, mediators, and coworkers.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs; ability to understand and interpret statistical reports, financial/fee schedules, data charts and graphs.
Computer Skills: Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and web-based case management systems.
Composure: Ability to maintain composure and professionalism when dealing with challenging situations or difficult individuals.
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Seniority level
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Employment type
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Job function
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Industries
Alternative Dispute Resolution
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