Experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal – Ohio Claims

Keystone Distinction Group; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and long-term disability coverage

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off and holidays

Bonus opportunities

Additional employee benefits

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group in Cleveland, OH seeks an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in handling Ohio workers’ compensation claims. The role requires managing filings and deadlines with attention to detail and independence.

Ideal candidates will have a paralegal certificate or related degree and at least three years of paralegal experience in a law setting, with strong Microsoft Office skills and excellent writing abilities.

Qualifications

• At least three years of paralegal experience in a law firm or other legal setting.
• Knowledge of Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and Industrial Commission of Ohio procedures.
• Paralegal certificate, related degree, or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare workers’ compensation claims for administrative hearings.
• Draft pleadings, claim summaries, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Request, organize, and review medical records.
• Coordinate independent medical examinations and prepare summary correspondence.
• Monitor case activity, filing requirements, and critical deadlines.
• Submit documents electronically to courts and administrative agencies.
• Proofread filings for accuracy and compliance with applicable rules.
• Assist with depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, medical providers, and outside parties.
• Identify potential issues and escalate them appropriately.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Keystone Distinction Group in Cleveland, OH seeks an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in handling Ohio workers’ compensation claims. The role requires managing filings and deadlines with attention to detail and independence.

Ideal candidates will have a paralegal certificate or related degree and at least three years of paralegal experience in a law setting, with strong Microsoft Office skills and excellent writing abilities.