About the role
Compensation: $19.25 per hour
At Olinsky Law Group, we're more than just a workplace. We're a team that values collaboration, growth, and professional development. Guided by our core values of
We Care Deeply, We Work Hard, and We Win Together
, we're committed to supporting both our clients and one another. As a Social Security Disability law firm, we're seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals who are eager to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career with us.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
The Approved Claims Specialist (Paralegal) works both independently and with the team to ensure the tracking, collection, and receipt of fees due to the Firm as a result of claims that have been approved.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation and management of Fee Petitions at both the State Agency and Federal levels
- Manage Fee Petition process post-submission
- Assist with maintain the CRM database
- Maintain contact with either the pertinent District Office for SSI or payment center for SSD to track status of notices of approval, fee agreement payments, pending fee petitions, and approved fee petitions at any level
- Data entry and report generation
- Send invoices to clients and manage all correspondence regarding invoices
Manage client over-payments
Make calls to Payment Centers and SSA
Answer incoming phone calls and field client questions
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to firm policies and procedures
Requirements
Associates degree and/or paralegal certificate or two years of relevant work experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe
- Customer service skills and experience
- Experience with multi-line phone systems and data entry
- Prior legal and/or Social Security experience is a plus
- Experience with Litify is a plus
Work Location
We are currently seeking a candidate to work in our Syracuse, NY office.
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)