Paralegal

Caswell, Plager & Westerhold, LLC; Ashland (NE); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Competitive hourly pay

Ashland, NE location

Job summary

Caswell, Plager & Westerhold, LLC is seeking a motivated paralegal to manage a busy caseload with a collaborative team. The ideal candidate brings strong communication, superb organization, and discretion handling confidential client information.

Experience in workers' compensation or litigation is preferred. The role offers a hybrid remote setup based in Ashland, NE, with competitive hourly pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Independently manage and prioritize a busy caseload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential client information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn legal case management systems.
• Prior workers' compensation or litigation experience preferred.
• Paralegal degree and/or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients, insurance representatives, and other parties.
• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Organize and maintain case files and litigation materials.
• Assist with case preparation and litigation support.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Prepare medical record summaries and medical bill summaries.
• Monitor case activity and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain confidential client and case information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Caseload management

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Confidentiality

MS Office

Case management systems

Workers' compensation experience

Litigation experience

Paralegal degree

Paralegal certification

Education

Paralegal degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Caswell, Plager & Westerhold, LLC is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and team-focused Paralegal to join our growing law firm. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to take initiative while managing a busy caseload.

Experience in workers' compensation or litigation is preferred. Candidates with a degree in Paralegal Studies and/or paralegal certification will receive priority consideration.

Qualifications

• Ability to independently manage and prioritize a busy caseload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential client information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn legal case management systems.
• Prior workers' compensation or litigation experience preferred.
• Paralegal degree and/or certification preferred.

Job Responsibilities

Perform a variety of substantive legal functions requiring independent judgment and initiative under attorney supervision. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Communicating with clients, insurance representatives, and other parties.
• Drafting and preparing pleadings, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Organizing and maintaining case files and litigation materials.
• Assisting with case preparation and litigation support.
• Coordinating depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Preparing medical record summaries and medical bill summaries.
• Monitoring case activity and ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintaining confidential client and case information.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Why Join Our Firm?

Join a collaborative, team-oriented law firm where your contributions matter. We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, flexibility, and the opportunity to grow with our firm. We value initiative, teamwork, and building long-term relationships with our employees.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Work Location: Hybrid remote, based in Ashland, NE, with the potential to transition to a fully remote position.
• Applicants located outside the immediate Ashland/Lincoln/Omaha area are encouraged to apply.