Legal Assistant - Worker's Comp

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Professional development and career-op

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Meaningful work helping injury victims

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting seeks a Legal Assistant in Santa Fe Springs, CA, to support attorneys in Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury matters. This onsite, full-time role emphasizes ownership, organization and exceptional client service.

Ideal candidates are bilingual in English/Spanish, detail-oriented, and eager for a long-term career with growth opportunities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of legal assistant experience in California.
• Experience in Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury, or civil litigation preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Strong legal writing and document drafting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Experience with Clio or other legal case management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys handling Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury matters.
• Answer incoming client calls and provide professional, compassionate customer service.
• Process incoming mail, scan documents, and maintain organized electronic case files.
• Manage attorney calendars and monitor litigation and statutory deadlines.
• Schedule medical appointments and communicate appointment details to clients.
• Follow up with medical providers, insurance adjusters, and outside counsel to obtain records and reports.
• Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related documents.
• Organize medical records and prepare record summaries.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case updates and information requests.
• Assist with gathering documents and information needed to move cases forward.
• Ensure deadlines are met while managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

Skills

Legal experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Legal writing

Communication skills

Organization & detail

Deadline management

Independent work

MS Office proficiency

Clio familiarity

Tools

Clio

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legal Assistant

Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury | Santa Fe Springs, CA | Full-Time | Onsite

Join a respected plaintiff-side law firm dedicated to helping injury victims through some of the most challenging times in their lives. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Legal Assistant who enjoys taking ownership, staying organized, and making a meaningful impact by supporting attorneys and delivering exceptional client service. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, takes initiative without being asked, and takes pride in producing high-quality work. If you're bilingual in Spanish, detail-oriented, and looking for a long-term career with opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys handling Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury matters.
• Answer incoming client calls and provide professional, compassionate customer service.
• Process incoming mail, scan documents, and maintain organized electronic case files.
• Manage attorney calendars and monitor litigation and statutory deadlines.
• Schedule medical appointments and communicate appointment details to clients.
• Follow up with medical providers, insurance adjusters, and outside counsel to obtain records and reports.
• Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related documents.
• Organize medical records and prepare record summaries.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case updates and information requests.
• Assist with gathering documents and information needed to move cases forward.
• Ensure deadlines are met while managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of legal assistant experience in California.
• Experience in Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury, or civil litigation preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Strong legal writing and document drafting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Clio or other legal case management software is a plus.

What We’re Looking For

• Self-driven and takes initiative.
• Detail-oriented and naturally organized.
• Professional, dependable, and accountable.
• Compassionate when working with clients.
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities.
• Committed to delivering outstanding client service.
• Interested in building a long-term legal career.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $22–$28, depending on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Meaningful work helping injury victims navigate the legal process.

Ideal Backgrounds

• Workers' Compensation
• Personal Injury
• Civil Litigation
• Plaintiff-side law firms
• Insurance defense support
• Medical records coordination
• Litigation support

This is an outstanding opportunity for a bilingual Legal Assistant who enjoys taking ownership of their work, values teamwork, and wants to build a rewarding career with a firm committed to making a difference for its clients.