Paralegal (Medicare/WC)

AF Group; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

AF Group seeks a paralegal to support attorneys in all aspects of case preparation and file management. You will conduct legal research, analyze statutes and decisions, draft complex documents, and interview clients and witnesses.

Responsibilities include reviewing records, assisting with hearings, docket management, and preparing exhibits. Two to four years of paralegal experience is preferred, with a Bachelor's or certification in paralegal studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or Paralegal certification required.
• Two to four years of paralegal experience preferred, civil liability or workers' compensation exposure helpful.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize medical and other records and prepare summaries of relevant information.
• Interview witnesses and confer with personnel while performing research.
• Assist attorneys with complex caseload research and briefings of court cases.
• Provide guidance on activities and contracts and identify complex issues.

Skills

Legal research

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certification

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

SUMMARY:

This position will provide legal assistance to the attorneys representing the Enterprise in all aspects of legal case preparation and file management including legal research; analyzing law sources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles and legal codes; drafting complex documents; contacting and interviewing clients, attorneys and witnesses; and collecting documents and information relevant to cases. The position requires you to perform expected tasks with minimal supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS:

• Review and summarize medical and other records and prepare summaries of relevant information.
• Interview witnesses to gather information or confer with personnel in other departments and outside the organization while performing research or other legal responsibilities.
• Assist attorneys with complex caseload research, subject and topic research, and briefings of court cases.
• Provide advice and guidance on a variety of activities and contracts.
• Identify complex legal or business issues.
• Assist attorneys with complex and/or sensitive hearings by preparing notes, organizing, assembling and filing exhibits.
• Draft settlement documents and other pleadings, as directed.
• Perform other legal tasks, as jurisdictionally permitted.
• Perform special assignments as requested by the attorneys.
• Retrieve and analyze information from the Workers' Compensation website.
• Assist in preparation of worker's compensation files for hearing.
• Assist Manager with docket management and case assignment.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS FOR SENIOR:

• Responsible, with limited supervision, for handling complex assigned legal projects requiring originality and ingenuity.
• Operates with substantial latitude for action and/or decision.
• Provides leadership on major projects and may provide work direction and training to other staff.
• Conducts and oversees broad legal assignments, necessitating ability to evaluate matters which may have a major bearing on the conduct of the company's business.
• Research, plan, organize and conduct programs, seminars, conferences and/or presentations for clients and company personnel to educate on legal matters.
• This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position.
• Other relevant essential functions may be required.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or Paralegal certification required. Continuous learning, as defined by AFHI's learning philosophy, is required. Certification or progress toward certification is highly preferred and encouraged.

EXPERIENCE:

Two to four years of paralegal experience involving civil liability or workers compensation cases preferred. Prior experience with workers' compensation claims is preferable but not essential.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES (SKA) REQUIRED:

• Broad knowledge of the principles of the judicial and administrative process.
• Legal knowledge of research procedures and use of a Law Library.
• Strong oral/written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to work on own initiative, multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows including spreadsheet applications and Microsoft Word.
• Strong organization, multi-tasking and attention to detail skills required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in an office setting with no unusual hazards. Minimal travel required.

PAY RANGE:

"Actual compensation decision relies on the consideration of internal equity, candidate's skills and professional experience, geographic location, market and other potential factors. It is not standard practice for an offer to be at or near the top of the range, and therefore a reasonable estimate for this role is between $56,210 and $94,270." We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an \"at will\" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract. #LI-CH1