Remote Legal Clerical Assistant - Workers’ Comp

The Hartford; United States; Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Job summary

The Hartford is seeking a Clerical Assistant to support a busy Workers’ Compensation law office. The role is remote with occasional in-person needs at the Brea, CA office, and preferred locations in Orange County area.

You will assist six attorneys with daily clerical duties and coordinate hearings, AMEs, and PQME appointments. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, California admin support experience, and familiarity with legal terminology.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; college degree preferred.
• 1 year of California administrative support experience preferred.
• 1 year of Workers’ Compensation, legal support experience required.
• Basic knowledge of legal terminology is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Effective time management in a high‑volume environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; meet deadlines.
• Diplomacy in written and verbal communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to six attorneys and assist with office operations.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, cross-examinations, including rescheduling.
• Schedule and coordinate AMEs and PQME appointments.
• Prepare and serve Minutes of Hearing and Notices of Hearing.
• Manage critical file details to support case outcomes.
• Adhere to SOPs and file support standards; ensure compliance with court rules.
• Monitor incoming e-faxes and the electronic service mailbox.
• Process and manage lien packets; respond to subpoenas and records requests.
• Maintain medical records and schedule Informal Settlement Conferences.
• Maintain accurate case documentation and update electronic files.

Skills

Multitasking

Organization

Time management

Discretion

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Job description

The Hartford is seeking a Clerical Assistant to support a busy Workers’ Compensation law office. The role is remote with occasional in-person needs at the Brea, CA office, and preferred locations in Orange County area.

You will assist six attorneys with daily clerical duties and coordinate hearings, AMEs, and PQME appointments. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, California admin support experience, and familiarity with legal terminology.