Ohio Workers' Compensation Paralegal - Filing & Support

Zaddy Solutions; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and long-term disability coverage

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off and holidays

Bonus opportunities

Additional employee benefits

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions in Cleveland is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in managing claims, filings, and deadlines under Ohio procedures. You will draft pleadings, organize medical records, coordinate IMEs, and communicate with clients and providers to ensure accuracy and timely progression.

This role requires at least three years of paralegal experience, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.

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

Paralegal experience

Microsoft Office

Writing & proofreading

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Paralegal certificate or related degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Zaddy Solutions in Cleveland is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in managing claims, filings, and deadlines under Ohio procedures. You will draft pleadings, organize medical records, coordinate IMEs, and communicate with clients and providers to ensure accuracy and timely progression.

This role requires at least three years of paralegal experience, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.