Paralegal (Workers Compensation)
hace 3 días
Jericho
Job DescriptionFull-time Paralegal (Workers Compensation)Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Paralegal specializing in Workers Compensation to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Workers Compensation, Personal Injury Law, and general paralegal duties. This role requires a professional with 5+ years of relevant work experience who can effectively manage complex cases, support attorneys, and provide exceptional service to our clients. Key Responsibilities • Case Management: Oversee and manage a high volume of workers compensation cases from inception to resolution. This includes organizing case files, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring all deadlines are met., • Client Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates on case status, explaining legal procedures, and addressing their concerns with empathy and professionalism., • Document Preparation: Draft and prepare various legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, medical summaries, and settlement agreements., • Investigation and Research: Conduct thorough investigations into workers compensation claims, including gathering and analyzing medical records, employment records, and other relevant documentation. Perform legal research to support case strategies., • Litigation Support: Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, mediations, and trials. This may include organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, and creating trial notebooks., • Medical Record Management: Review and summarize medical records, identify key information relevant to cases, and maintain organized medical chronologies., • Insurance Liaison: Communicate effectively with insurance companies, claims adjusters, and other parties involved in workers compensation cases., • Scheduling and Calendar Management: Coordinate and schedule depositions, medical examinations, hearings, and other case-related appointments. Maintain attorney calendars and ensure all deadlines are tracked and met., • Settlement Negotiations: Assist in preparing settlement demands and participate in settlement negotiations under attorney supervision., • Compliance: Ensure all case activities comply with state and federal workers compensation laws, as well as firm policies and procedures.Qualifications and Requirements, • Associates/Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field. Paralegal certification preferred., • 5+ years of experience as a paralegal, with a strong focus on workers compensation and personal injury law., • In-depth knowledge of workers compensation laws, procedures, and best practices., • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills., • Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software., • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook., • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team., • Strong ethical standards and commitment to client confidentiality.