Impactful Workers’ Comp Paralegal – Washington State

Pond Lehocky Giordano Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pond Lehocky Giordano Inc. seeks a Workers’ Compensation Paralegal in Washington State to support our workers’ compensation practice. You will assist with case preparation, document management, client communication, and coordination with insurance carriers and medical providers.

The ideal candidate has experience handling Washington workers’ compensation matters, is highly organized, and can manage multiple cases while providing compassionate and responsive support to injured workers.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant handling workers’ compensation matters preferred.
• Familiarity with Washington State workers’ compensation procedures and the Washington Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) system strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, case management, document preparation, and deadline tracking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• A client-focused approach and the ability to communicate with empathy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with managing a caseload of workers’ compensation matters.
• Prepare, review, and organize legal documents, correspondence, claims materials, and case files.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, documentation needs, and upcoming deadlines.
• Coordinate with insurance companies, claims adjusters, medical providers, and other parties involved in workers’ compensation claims.
• Track case deadlines, hearings, appointments, and other important milestones.
• Gather and maintain medical records, employment records, wage information, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing cases for hearings, settlement discussions, and other legal proceedings.
• Monitor claim developments and maintain accurate, up-to-date case management records.
• Support attorneys with administrative and substantive legal tasks throughout the life of each case.
• Provide professional, empathetic service to clients navigating workplace injuries and the workers’ compensation process.

Skills

Paralegal experience in workers’ comp

Strong written and verbal communicator

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple cases

Client-focused with empathy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

Job description

Pond Lehocky Giordano Inc. seeks a Workers’ Compensation Paralegal in Washington State to support our workers’ compensation practice. You will assist with case preparation, document management, client communication, and coordination with insurance carriers and medical providers.

The ideal candidate has experience handling Washington workers’ compensation matters, is highly organized, and can manage multiple cases while providing compassionate and responsive support to injured workers.