Workers' Compensation Paralegal

Goldberg Segalla LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending

Job summary

Goldberg Segalla LLP in the Philadelphia area seeks a Workers' Compensation Paralegal to support a high-volume practice. You will organize case files, manage time entries, coordinate IMEs, and assist attorneys with defense of claims.

Strong English communication, solid Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to handle multiple cases under tight deadlines are essential. This role offers hybrid or remote options depending on location and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher and 3+ years of paralegal experience.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• Clear communication in English.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, TEAMS, Calendar, and Excel.
• Coordinate Independent Medical Examinations to assist with defense of claims.
• Analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy.
• Assist attorneys with defense of workers’ compensation claims.
• Conduct legal research related to workers’ compensation laws and regulations.
• Daily management of billable time entries.
• Communicate with clients, insurance companies, medical providers and attorneys to relay information and defend claims.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information and organize case files.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Research skills

Education

Associate degree or higher

Paralegal certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

TEAMS

Excel

Job description

Workers' Compensation Paralegal (Philadelphia; Pittsburgh)

Goldberg Segalla is a national civil litigation law firm that represents major national and regional companies and insurance carriers in all aspects of business counseling, risk assessment and dispute resolution including representation in various types of claims, controversies and litigation involving personal and other injuries, property damage, contract disputes and business torts. While our Am Law 200 and Chambers ranked firm employs more than 1,000 people, we operate as one tight-knit and highly collaborative team.

Goldberg Segalla seeks a highly motivated and organized individual to join its team to provide Workers' Compensation attorneys that have a high volume of work with paralegal support within our Pennsylvania locations. This position is eligible for hybrid or remote work depending on location. This role involves a combination of administrative and substantive legal work, ensuring that cases are well-organized and efficiently managed.

KEY QUALITIES

• Communication Skills: Ability to document and present legal research and related information to supervising attorney(s) promptly.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using computers for legal research, and other legal tasks. Familiarity with software (e.g., Microsoft Suite) for organizing and maintaining legal documents.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to develop good relationships with clients and professionals, making clients comfortable sharing personal case information. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to handle pressure and manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines. Excellent organizational skills are essential.
• Research Skills: Strong research and investigative skills for conducting legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and articles.

TARGET BILLABLE HOUR REQUIREMENTS

• 100 hours per month

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Programs including Word, Outlook, TEAMS, Calendar, andExcel.
• Coordinate Independent Medical Examinations to assist with defense of claim.
• Analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy.
• Assist attorney with defense of workers’ compensation claims.
• Conduct legal research related to workers’ compensation laws and regulations.
• Daily management of billable time entries.
• Professionally and tactfully communicate with clients, insurance companies, medical providers and attorneys to relay information and defend claims.
• Collect and analyze documents and information to assist with litigation.
• Knowledge of legal documents and terminology relates to Workers’ Compensation.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with firm policies.
• Ability to jump into an existing caseload and move cases forward.
• Prepare pertinent documents and substantive correspondences.
• Provide status reports and recommendations to attorney(s) throughout all stages of litigation.
• Save all emails, documents and filings in the document management system.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES & EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree or higher, +3 years of experience, paralegal certification preferred.
• Workers’ Compensation experience preferred.
• Clear communication and information exchange in English.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to observe and assess data and documents in printed form and on computer screens.
• Willingness to work beyond normal hours.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently within general guidelines and minimal supervision.
• Ability to respond and maintain confidentiality of information or adversarial inquiries.

This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a full benefits package. Our benefits package includes, but is not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending, and more.

Goldberg Segalla isn’t merely a business—we’re a community. We value the diversity of our team and strive to create a collaborative and enjoyable culture for everyone, where leadership is rewarded, and efficiency, mutual respect, and working together for the common good are traits we all embody.

OUR COMMITMENT

Goldberg Segalla is committed to building a workplace where talented people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can succeed, grow, and lead — together. With a broad national footprint and strong market presence, Goldberg Segalla offers the scale of a growing national firm with a small firm’s connective culture. Join #TeamGS today.

Department: Paralegal
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position