Legal Assistant

A well-established and growing law firm is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Legal Assistant to support a high-volume defense practice . This is a full-time, in-office position supporting three attorneys (two Partners and one Associate) .

Position Overview

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, highly organized legal assistant with substantial defense-side Workers’ Compensation experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage competing priorities with precision and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal support to multiple attorneys in a high-volume Workers’ Compensation defense practice
• Manage heavy calendaring, deadlines, and docket control
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, and routine filings
• Handle ECF, DOAH, and PACER filings
• Coordinate with insurance carriers, record retrieval vendors, and third-party portals
• Maintain case files, manage discovery, and ensure compliance with carrier guidelines
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, and vendors

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 consecutive years as a legal assistant or paralegal in a law firm
• Minimum 2 consecutive years of Workers’ Compensation defense experience (required)
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to prioritize competing demands
• Proficiency in civil litigation procedures, including deadline management and docketing
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience with DOAH, ECF filings, and PACER
• Familiarity with insurance carrier guidelines and vendor portals
• Experience with Litify and/or Salesforce is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary: $53,000
• Competitive compensation with annual raises and performance-based bonuses
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and life insurance
• Paid time off, vacation, and paid holidays
• Flexible hours within an in-office setting
• Professional, collaborative, and laid-back work environment

Work Location

• In-office only (no remote work)