Workers' Compensation Paralegal

Heuser & Heuser; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Heuser & Heuser, LLP, a veteran-owned personal injury firm in Colorado Springs, seeks a Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to join our fast-paced team. This role focuses on organizing and analyzing case files, drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and prepping exhibits for hearings while maintaining meticulous client records.

You will schedule court dates, coordinate with attorneys, and ensure timely filings in a supportive, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in a legal office or law firm setting, preferably in personal injury, medical malpractice, or civil litigation.
• Knowledge of legal concepts sufficient to perform research tasks under supervision.
• Strong organization, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with case management software.
• Confidentiality and ethical standards; Spanish-speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client files with ongoing updating and filing of documents (electronic/paper).
• Meet with clients in the office for questions, notary services, disbursements, etc.
• Request documents to support claims and follow up to keep files up to date
• Manage client communications (phone and email).
• Schedule appointments, court dates, and other case-related events.
• Prepare exhibits, witness lists, and related materials for trials/hearings.
• Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain knowledge of court rules, procedures, and requirements.
• Anticipate needs of supervising attorneys and team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Client interaction

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Case management software

Job description

About this position

Join a Firm Where Compassion Meets Results

Heuser & Heuser, LLP is a family- and Veteran-owned personal injury law firm serving Colorado Springs and the surrounding areas for over 35 years. We’re seeking a dedicated Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of injured individuals while working alongside a seasoned legal team committed to helping accident victims navigate their recovery process.

Position Overview

We are searching for a WC Paralegal responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to organizing and analyzing documents and case work, drafting pleadings and other court documents, filing court documents, scheduling events, actively contributing in all phases of the discovery process, and preparing exhibits and documents for court hearings, depositions, and trials. The WC Paralegal must be extremely organized and meticulous, and able to multitask in order to effectively work in the Firm’s high-speed, client-driven environment. If you work well in a fast-paced environment and consistently deliver a high-quality work product, reach out to us today!

Compensation: $24 - $30/hour

Compensation:

$24 - $30 hourly

Responsibilities:

• Maintain client files with continual updating and filing copies of documents (electronic/paper files) created within the office or received from outside parties, including but not limited to, employment records, claim file records, medical bills, and a large number of medical records that will also need to be sorted, reviewed, maintained, and updated on a continual basis
• Meet with clients in the office for questions, notary services, disbursements, etc.
• Properly request documents to further support clients’ claims and ongoing follow-up to keep clients’ files as up to date as possible
• Manage client communication and correspondence, including phone calls and email
• Schedule appointments, court dates, and other case-related events based on attorney and client availability
• Preparation of exhibits, exhibit and witness lists for trials/hearings, pre-trial conference memos, mediation materials, and settlement documents
• Ability to prioritize while meeting all deadlines and demonstrating a high level of reliability and efficiency
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of court rules, procedures, and legal requirements
• Ability to use foresight to effectively plan ahead in an effort to anticipate the needs of supervising attorneys and the team

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of experience in a legal office or law firm setting, preferably in personal injury, medical malpractice, or civil litigation
• Knowledge of legal concepts and principles sufficient to perform research tasks under the direction and guidance of the paralegal
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and other support staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with case management software and databases is preferred
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards
• Previous workers' compensation experience preferred
• Spanish-speaking preferred

About Company

Heuser & Heuser, L.L.P. is a veteran-owned personal injury law firm with offices in Colorado Springs and Pueblo.

We have represented injured workers and accident victims across Southern Colorado since 1996, handling personal injury, workers' compensation, and wrongful death cases.

We offer health benefits, paid time off, training opportunities, and an environment built on mutual respect.

Salary Information

$24 - $30Hourly Wage