Workers’ Comp Paralegal – Hearings, Filings & Case Coordination

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

H.T. Prof Executive Search in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in a reputable law office.

The role requires familiarity with Ohio workers' compensation procedures and the ability to independently manage claims, filings, and deadlines. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of paralegal experience, knowledge of the Ohio BWC and Industrial Commission procedures, and a paralegal certificate or related degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing, proofreading, analytical, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and complete time-sensitive assignments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare workers' compensation claims for administrative hearings.
• Draft pleadings, claim summaries, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Request, organize, and review medical records.
• Coordinate independent medical examinations and prepare summary correspondence.
• Monitor case activity, filing requirements, and critical deadlines.
• Submit documents electronically to courts and administrative agencies.
• Proofread filings for accuracy and compliance with applicable rules.
• Assist with depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, medical providers, and outside parties.
• Identify potential issues and elevate them appropriately.

Skills

Writing

Proofreading

Analytical thinking

Organizational abilities

Education

Paralegal certificate

Related degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

H.T. Prof Executive Search in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in a reputable law office.

The role requires familiarity with Ohio workers' compensation procedures and the ability to independently manage claims, filings, and deadlines. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of paralegal experience, knowledge of the Ohio BWC and Industrial Commission procedures, and a paralegal certificate or related degree preferred.