Legal Assistant workers compensation defense firm

Slade Neighbors A Professional Law; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to support their workers' compensation team. This role involves assisting lawyers with case preparation, client communication, and research tasks. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills, ensuring that all case materials are well-managed and accessible. Join this dynamic law firm where you can grow your career while contributing to meaningful legal work. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a workers' compensation law firm is essential.
• Familiarity with legal procedures and terminology is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers by preparing case documents and communicating with clients.
• Organize case-related documents and monitor due dates.

Skills

Document Management

Research Skills

Multitasking

Communication Skills

Education

Experience as a Legal Assistant

Tools

Microsoft Office

EAMS

Merus

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated workers' compensation Legal Assistant to join our defense law firm. In this role, you will provide assistance to lawyers, ensuring they are able to carry out their duties. You will communicate with clients, compile case materials, and conduct research. The ideal candidate is hardworking and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients and witnesses
• Prepare case documents such as MSC statements, trial exhibits, obtain QME panel lists, schedule medical exams, analyze documents, subpoena records and work in EAMS
• Ensure that case-related documents are well organized and available for review
• Monitor due dates
• Maintain and update documentation
• Provide general administrative support

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant at a workers compensation law firm
• Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system in workers' compensation
• Highly organized with document management experience
• Excellent research skills
• Comfortable Microsoft Office, EAMS and Merus
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure