June 14th

After a full week of training i finally started my first week as an intern. The first task that i had to accomplish was becoming comfortable with the firms utilities such as the scanner and copier, along with the mail stamping machine. The most important thing i had to become familiar with was the computer program with the case information for each client. Not only was i getting accustomed to a new environment but i also had to learn the everyday vocabulary which included names of documents and references to legal procedures. I was welcomed by everyone in the office and felt confident enough to ask when i had a question, especially during the first week. I wasn't the only new member of the firms staff, in fact, i have been working closely with two of the firms newest members. One important thing that i have learned thus far is that communication is key. The legal processes involved in worker's compensation are driven by communication between attorneys, insurance companies, clients, employers, and the court. Luckily i have been taking instructions from someone who is willing to explain each step in detail at a pace slow enough for me to take notes. The notes have served as templates for different documents that i am asked to replicate for different clients. I look forward to mastering the vocabulary and communicating directly with other firms and insurance companies regarding cases.