Description

We are searching for a Paralegal to join our client's team located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22401, United States. This role involves providing crucial support to attorneys dealing with worker's compensation cases. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing case preparation, ensuring efficient communication with clients, and maintaining an organized system of records.

Responsibilities:

• Handle a high volume of communications such as incoming and outgoing calls, emails, and mail, providing knowledgeable and efficient resolutions to questions.

• Regularly interact with clients to maintain fluid communication.

• Gather and review client information, details of workplace injuries, and medical treatment/providers.

• Request and review medical records pertinent to the case.

• Assist with maintaining attorney calendars, including initiating contact with and scheduling meetings with clients, opposing counsel, medical providers, and court personnel.

• Prepare and maintain efficient and organized case records, including documents, drafts, pleadings, and provide notes and summaries on matters with quick deadlines.

• Monitor deadlines and ensure the timely submission of required documents.

• Adhere to all firm guidelines and procedures, work with minimal supervision, and maintain client confidentiality.

• Utilize skills such as 'Worker's Compensation', 'Worker's Compensation Claim', 'Workers Comp Law', 'Workers Compensation', 'Litigation ParaLegal', 'Legal Assistant', 'Court Filing', 'Court Filings', 'Scheduling'.

Requirements

• Possess at least one year of experience as a Paralegal.

• Proficiency in Worker's Compensation and Worker's Compensation Claim.

• Knowledge of Workers Comp Law and Workers Compensation.

• Demonstrated experience in Litigation Paralegal tasks.

• Proven capability as a Legal Assistant.

• Familiarity with Court Filing and Court Filings.

• Strong skills in Scheduling.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field is preferred.

• Proficiency in using legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Must uphold the highest ethical standards and adhere to all professional and ethical rules.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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