Job details
Salary $90,000 - $120,000 a year job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Bar (preferred)
Us work authorization (preferred)
Full job description
Riemer hess llc seeks a disability claims attorney with a minimum of 4 years of long-term disability, social security or similar experience to join our a++ boutique legal team in the heart of midtown manhattanCompetitive salary, incentive compensation, new modern offices, and attractive benefits will be offered including mentoring and trainingOur firm is widely regarded as a premier industry leader in our area of practice.
Riemer hess is a highly specialized, well-established law firm working in the fields of long-term disability, health care, and life insurance claims under erisa and new york lawWe offer concierge, high-end services to guide and protect our clients – most of whom are professionals and executives – through some of the most stressful times of their livesFor more than 25 years, we’ve taken pride in making a difference in the lives of our disabled clients each and every day.
Your career
A career at riemer hess is the opportunity to do work that mattersIt’s the chance to use your legal and advocacy skills and passion for helping others to touch the lives of individuals with disabilitiesYou’ll be working with a diverse team of top legal talent that is constantly pushing the envelopeOur firm prides itself on being a human-centered, and growth and development focused employer.
As part of our team, you will be responsible for a docket of disability claims, appeals, and benefit monitoringYou will also be responsible for providing litigation support in discovery and motions as neededIn this role, you will be supervising a team of paralegals and legal assistantsYou also will have the opportunity to interact with clients while providing legal advice, guidance, and setting/managing client expectations.
If you’re looking to advance your career at a forward-thinking firm that cares, we’d love to hear from you.
The ideal candidate will have:
Minimum of 4 years of long-term disability, social security, workers compensation, or similar experienceMust be admitted to practice in new york.
Experience with persuasive writing.
Experience managing client relations.
Experience managing paralegals and support staff.
Compassion, patience, and the ability to give clear advice.
Entrepreneurial mindset and career aspirations.
Strong computer skillsWe have state-of-the-art systems and a paperless office.
Strong communications and interpersonal skills to support interactions with clients, potential clients, doctor’s offices, and insurance companies.
Familiarity with medical records, medical/psychological terminology and insurance company practices helpful.
We are looking for someone who is: highly proactive in completing assigned work and winning our client’s claims; an effective communicator, with strong written and verbal communications skills; and able to work efficiently under pressure with attention to detail and deadlines.
We offer:
Salary: $90,000 to 120,000+ commensurate with experience
Career growth and partnership potential.
A firm culture of purpose, compassion, and success.
Performance-based bonus and incentive comp plans.
Bright, modern midtown offices with views (see below on temporary remote work due to covid).
Paid-time off
Medical insurance
Disability benefits.
401k and profit-sharing benefits.
Commuter check.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Structured training program
Ongoing mentoring
Work remotely (from home) temporarily due to covid-19
Many of our employees are currently working from their homes due to the coronavirusOur plans for returning to our nyc offices are still developing as the circumstances continue to changeThe health and safety of our employees remains a top a priority.
Equal opportunity employer
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected statusRiemer hess will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Job type: full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Schedule:
Monday to friday
Supplemental pay:
Bonus pay
Covid-19 considerations:
We are continuing to work-from-home, e.g., remotelyOur plans for returning to the office in 2022 are still being formulated.
License/certification:
Bar (preferred)
Work location:
Multiple locations
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: multiple locations
