Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant

Worker's Comp Legal Secretary/Paralegal

We are a small, established Workers’ Compensation Defense firm with a collaborative, respectful team culture. Our attorneys handle a manageable caseload and value efficiency, accuracy, and strong communication. We’re seeking a skilled and dependable Legal Secretary or Paralegal to support our attorneys remotely and manage all aspects of case administration independently.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, self-sufficient professional who enjoys working autonomously and takes pride in staying organized and proactive.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and file Answers, DORs, C&Rs, Stipulations, Petitions, and other WCAB pleadings

Handle EAMS filings and maintain MerusCase or similar systems

Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and hearings

Coordinate depositions, interpreters, medical evaluations, and experts

Review and summarize medicals

Draft correspondence, subpoenas, and legal documents

Communicate directly with attorneys, clients, and adjusters

Ensure compliance with California Labor Code and WCAB procedures

Ideal Candidate:

7+ years of Workers’ Compensation Defense experience

Confident working independently in a remote environment

Proficient in EAMS filing and MerusCase

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Strong knowledge of California WCAB processes, QME regulations, and medical-legal procedures

Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat

For consideration, please apply with your resume. References and a background check will be required before hiring.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Litigation: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Torrance, CA 90503