MGC Charleston- Workers' Compensation Paralegal

McAngus Goudelock & Courie; Mount Pleasant (SC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

McAngus Goudelock & Courie in Charleston, SC seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Paralegal. The role demands organization, professional communication, and the ability to handle deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Hybrid/remote work is available after training. Prior law firm or insurance experience is beneficial but not required. Candidates should have 1–3 years of relevant paralegal work and a four-year degree or ABA-approved certificate.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Open and close files; organize and maintain case files.
• Enter case information into ProLaw and prepare materials.
• Review mail and materials for deadlines and actions.
• Communicate with clients about documents and case updates.
• Prepare file summaries, benefit calculations, and medical summaries.
• Draft Requests for Mediation and Petitions for Benefit Determination.
• Draft initial discovery and responses for attorney review.
• Coordinate document production and request records.
• Review document productions and prepare summaries.
• Assist attorneys in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Prepare settlement documents and coordinate hearings as needed.
• Ensure settlements comply with Bureau or Court rules.
• Docket hearing notices and attorney tasks in ProLaw.
• Coordinate IMEs and follow up on medical record requests.
• Review bills and prepare acknowledgment letters to clients.
• Meet monthly billing expectations.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff; contribute positively to the team.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

ABA-approved paralegal program or four-year degree

Tools

ProLaw

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join MGC's Workers' Compensation Team in Charleston, SC!

MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 31 years of excellence spanning 22 offices across 12 states.

We are currently seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Paralegal to join our team in our Charleston, SC office. Candidates must be professional, motivated, organized and possess exceptional oral and written communication skills. Candidates must also have 1-3 years of related work experience.

This position offers flexibility regarding a hybrid/remote work arrangement once trained. We’re looking for candidates that work well in a fast-paced environment. (Prior law firm or insurance experience would be beneficial, but not necessary).

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

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Open and close files; organize and maintain physical and electronic case files
• Set up new files, including entering case information into ProLaw and preparing file materials
• Review incoming mail and file materials for deadlines, extensions, and immediate action items
• Communicate with clients regarding missing documents and case updates
• Prepare file summaries, benefit calculators, and medical summaries
• Draft Requests for Mediation and Petitions for Benefit Determination
• Prepare initial drafts of written discovery and discovery responses for attorney review
• Coordinate document production and request medical, personnel, FOIA, and project records
• Review document productions and prepare summaries as needed
• Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials
• Prepare settlement documents and coordinate approval hearings as needed
• Ensure settlements are finalized in compliance with applicable Bureau or Court rules
• Docket hearing notices, deadlines, and attorney tasks accurately in ProLaw
• Coordinate IMEs and follow up on medical record requests
• Review bills and prepare acknowledgment letters to clients, insureds, and commissions
• Meet monthly billing expectations
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff while contributing positively to a team environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned