Remote Veterans Benefits Paralegal

Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban, P.C; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Free parking

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Travel reimbursement

Vision insurance

Bonus

Job summary

Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban, P.C. seeks a Veterans Benefits Paralegal to support senior attorneys by drafting client communications and VA filings in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong writing, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with the team. The position involves interpreting VA regulations, assisting claimants, managing case files, and updating the case management system.

Qualifications

• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment

Responsibilities

• Interpret title 38 US Code and Title 38 CFR and veterans’ benefits laws
• Assist claimants with understanding and pursuing VA benefits
• Manage a high-volume caseload
• Navigate client cases and files to answer status inquiries
• Create positive interactions with clients to maintain satisfaction
• Draft basic correspondence to clients and the VA
• Update case management system with all correspondence and records
• Ensure VA decisions documents are in client files
• Ensure VA is working on pending claims and appeals
• Complete applications for claims and appeals

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team player

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Bonus

Job description

The Veterans Benefits Paralegal is responsible for supporting the senior members of the team by drafting client communications and communications to the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This dynamic position requires superior written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as in a fast-paced team environment. This position offers quickly emerging opportunities for advancement. A successful candidate will be organized, accountable, take direction well, and able to multi-task in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret and understand Title 38 US Code and Title 38 of the Federal Code of Regulations and veterans’ benefits and applicable laws and regulations
• Assist claimants with understanding and pursuing VA benefits
• Managing a high-volume caseload
• Navigate client cases and files to answer all status inquiries
• Create positive interactions with clients to maintain client satisfaction
• Draft basic correspondence to clients and the VA
• Update case management system with all correspondence, completed work, contact information, and other information needed for record-keeping purposes
• Ensure that all documents listed in VA decisions are present in client files
• Ensure VA is working on clients’ pending claims and appeals
• Complete applications for claims and appeals

Job Requirement
VA Appellate system: 2 years (Required)