Paralegal - Remote/Workers' Comp Defense (CA)

Mullen & Filippi, LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Mullen & Filippi, LLP seeks an experienced Paralegal to support its Workers' Compensation Defense team in California. You will manage case files, work with attorneys, and help ensure cost-effective resolutions while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has strong research skills, CA WC law knowledge, and proficient handling of medical-legal documents and deposition transcripts. Remote options may be available, with opportunities across multiple California offices.

Qualifications

• ABA Approved Paralegal Certification is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of workers' compensation claim litigation experience in California.
• Ability to research and interpret case law, statutes, and regulations to craft practical solutions.
• Strong organizational, reasoning, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with EAMS and case management software is highly desirable.
• Must be a permanent resident of California.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research, including case law, statutes, and regulations, and synthesize findings into actionable solutions for case files.
• Draft pleadings, petitions, and other legal documents in preparation for hearings and litigation.
• Analyze and evaluate medical-legal reports to assist in case preparation.
• Review and summarize medical records to support case development.
• Prepare Qualified Medical Examiner (QME) letters and other related documentation.
• Summarize deposition transcripts and incorporate findings into case strategy.
• Maintain proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Learn and master case management software to support day-to-day operations.
• Conduct searches and navigate the EAMS system to support case management and documentation.

Skills

Research abilities

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

ABA Approved Paralegal Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

EAMS

Case management software

Job description

Mullen & Filippi, LLP seeks an experienced Paralegal to support its Workers' Compensation Defense team in California. You will manage case files, work with attorneys, and help ensure cost-effective resolutions while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has strong research skills, CA WC law knowledge, and proficient handling of medical-legal documents and deposition transcripts. Remote options may be available, with opportunities across multiple California offices.