Paralegal

We have an immediate need for a Workers Compensation Paralegal at a leading Philadelphia law firm. This is a full time direct hire position that offers a primarily remote work schedule.

Job Duties

Assist attorneys in managing a high-volume caseload of workers’ compensation cases from inception to resolution.

Draft legal documents, including petitions, motions, discovery requests, medical summaries, etc.

File legal documents with state workers’ compensation boards or courts in accordance with local rules.

Coordinate and schedule hearings, depositions, medical evaluations, and other meetings as assigned.

Organize and maintain client files, ensuring all records are up to date and properly stored.

Review and summarize medical records and other case documentation.

Provide litigation support, as needed.

Will be responsible for meeting a daily time billing requirement.

Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

3+ years of experience in Workers’ Compensation.

Bachelor’s degree and / or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved organization preferred.

Should have prior experience with time entries and billing experience to meet a daily billable hour requirement.

Familiarity with concepts, terminology, and procedures of workers’ compensation functions and WCAIS (Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Automation and Integration System).

Excellent attention to detail and organization skills.

Strong time management skills with the ability to meet all deadlines and prioritize workload.

Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams of attorneys, legal staff, court staff, clients, expert witnesses, etc.

Ability to perform legal research, experience with Lexis a plus.

Familiarity with reviewing and obtaining medical records, including follow up, following deadlines, organization of medical records, preparing medical index, and discovery production process.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, required.

Ability to work well independently and collaborate effectively in a team setting.