Legal Assistant

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Defense Legal Assistant with 5+ years of experience to support their practice in Glendale, California. This full-time, in-office role requires a strong knowledge of the defense process and excellent organizational skills.

You will manage attorney calendars, prepare legal documents, and maintain communication with clients and opposing counsel. QPWB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal assistant experience supporting workers’ compensation defense matters.
• Experience with EAMS e‑filing and WCAB procedures required.
• Ability to handle a heavy, fast-paced desk with competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process, edit, and serve legal documents from dictation.
• Prepare WCAB-compliant pleadings utilizing EAMS.
• Maintain professional communication with clients and counsel.

Skills

Knowledge of workers’ compensation defense process

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Time-management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Typing speed of 70+ WPM

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EAMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national defense firm and the largest minority-and women-owned law firm in the United States, is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Defense Legal Assistant with 5+ years of experience to support a high-volume practice. This is a full-time, in-office position offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role

The Legal Assistant will support attorneys handling workers’ compensation defense matters. This is a hands-on role requiring strong knowledge of the WC defense process, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage a heavy, fast-paced desk with competing deadlines.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Process, edit, format, file, and serve legal documents from dictation
• Prepare WCAB-compliant pleadings utilizing EAMS
• Execute Panel QME requests and manage the selection process
• Maintain professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties
• Manage attorney calendars, including deadlines, hearings, and follow-ups
• Organize and maintain case files (physical and electronic), ensuring accuracy and accessibility
• Monitor case progress and elevate issues requiring attorney involvement
• Handle detailed timekeeping and assist with billing entry
• Obtain subpoenaed records and assist with document production requests
• Provide general administrative and litigation support as needed

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal assistant experience supporting workers’ compensation defense matters
• Strong knowledge of the workers’ compensation defense process
• Experience with EAMS e‑filing and WCAB procedures required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Typing speed of 70+ WPM
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment
• High School Diploma or equivalent required

What We Offer

QPWB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off
• Opportunities for professional growth within a national law firm

To Apply

For immediate consideration, qualified candidates should submit their resumes. Compensation commensurate with experience.

QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.