Ohio Workers’ Compensation Paralegal — Claims Pro

Markent Personnel; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Holidays

Bonus opportunities

Other benefits

Job summary

Markent Personnel in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in a respected local law office. The role requires familiarity with Ohio workers’ compensation procedures and the ability to independently manage claims, filings, and deadlines.

You will prepare hearings, draft pleadings, organize medical records, and coordinate independent medical examinations while maintaining case calendars and ensuring compliance with all rules.

Qualifications

• At least three years of paralegal experience in a law firm or other legal setting.
• Working knowledge of Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and Industrial Commission of Ohio procedures.
• Paralegal certificate, related degree, or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, analytical, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and complete time-sensitive assignments.
• Sound judgment and a proactive approach to attorney support.

Responsibilities

• Prepare workers’ compensation claims for administrative hearings
• Draft pleadings, claim summaries, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Request, organize, and review medical records
• Coordinate independent medical examinations and prepare summary correspondence
• Monitor case activity, filing requirements, and critical deadlines
• Submit documents electronically to courts and administrative agencies
• Proofread filings for accuracy and compliance with applicable rules
• Assist with depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, medical providers, and outside parties
• Identify potential issues and elevate them appropriately

Skills

Microsoft Office

Writing skills

Organizational abilities

Time management

Analytical abilities

Education

Paralegal certificate or related degree or bachelor's degree

Job description

Markent Personnel in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in a respected local law office. The role requires familiarity with Ohio workers’ compensation procedures and the ability to independently manage claims, filings, and deadlines.

You will prepare hearings, draft pleadings, organize medical records, and coordinate independent medical examinations while maintaining case calendars and ensuring compliance with all rules.