Virtual Workers Compensation Paralegal - Remote

Overview

Are you an experienced Workers' Compensation paralegal with a passion for detail and providing exceptional service? Join Equivity, a leader in virtual assistance services across the US, as a virtual Workers' Compensation paralegal!

In Short

• Draft legal documents related to workers’ compensation cases, including petitions, discovery responses, motions, and settlement documents.
• Manage and maintain case files, ensuring all medical records, employment records, and legal correspondence are properly organized and updated.
• Communicate professionally with clients, insurance companies, opposing attorneys, medical providers, and state workers' compensation boards.
• Review, summarize, and abstract medical records to support case analysis, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Summarize expert deposition testimony and witness statements to assist in evaluating case strengths and weaknesses.
• Electronically file documents with state workers' compensation boards and courts, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements and filing deadlines.
• Assist attorneys in all phases of case development, including preparing for hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Coordinate scheduling of medical evaluations, hearings, and appointments related to case progress.
• Provide administrative support such as conducting client intakes, drafting correspondence, calendaring deadlines, and maintaining accurate case timelines.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience handling workers' compensation cases.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, video conferencing platforms, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Experience with case management software like Clio and SmartAdvocate is a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Comfortable working remotely with your own laptop, smartphone, and broadband internet access.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, vision, dental benefits, sick days, employee discounts, EAP, and expense reimbursements.
• Work Flexibility: Enjoy the autonomy of working from home.