Hybrid Workers' Compensation Paralegal

MGC Legal Staff Career; North Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work option

Job summary

MGC Legal Staff Career in Charleston, SC seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Paralegal to join its team. This role requires 1-3 years of paralegal experience, strong written and verbal communication, and sharp attention to detail.

Hybrid/remote work is available after training. Prior law firm or insurance experience is helpful but not required; candidates should thrive in a fast-paced environment and be proficient with ProLaw and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree and/or certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program.
• 1–3 years of worker's compensation paralegal experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Professional demeanor with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities efficiently.
• Proficiency with case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Mindset geared toward embracing AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work.

Responsibilities

• Open and close files; organize and maintain case files.
• Set up new files and enter case information into ProLaw.
• Review mail and deadlines; take action on items.
• Communicate with clients about missing documents and updates.
• Prepare file summaries, benefit and medical summaries.
• Draft mediation requests and petitions for benefit determination.
• Prepare initial drafts of written discovery and responses.
• Coordinate document production and record requests.
• Review productions and prepare summaries as needed.
• Assist attorneys for depositions, mediations, hearings, trials.
• Prepare settlement documents and coordinate hearings.
• Ensure settlements comply with Bureau or Court rules.
• Docket hearing notices and deadlines in ProLaw.
• Coordinate IMEs and follow up on medical records requests.
• Review bills and send acknowledgment letters.
• Meet monthly billing expectations.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff; contribute positively to the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

ProLaw

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

AI in legal work

Education

ABA-approved paralegal program

Four-year degree or certificate

Tools

ProLaw

Microsoft Office

Job description

MGC Legal Staff Career in Charleston, SC seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Paralegal to join its team. This role requires 1-3 years of paralegal experience, strong written and verbal communication, and sharp attention to detail.

Hybrid/remote work is available after training. Prior law firm or insurance experience is helpful but not required; candidates should thrive in a fast-paced environment and be proficient with ProLaw and Microsoft Office.