Paralegal

Vernis & Bowling is seeking an experienced and ambitious Paralegal to support our Birmingham office's Workers' Compensation department. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience as a Paralegal with Workers' Compensation experience strongly preferred.

Assist attorney with standard paralegal services including medical record review and summary, document preparation, working with clients to respond to discovery, and fact-checking through trial preparation.

• Draft legal documents including pleadings and motions, affidavits, discovery, files motions, etc.
• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, requesting medical/billing records and other legal sources; provide written analysis to attorneys
• Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of statements
• Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings
• Develop and maintain records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases

• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred
• 3+ years Paralegal experience
• Our insurance program is with Blue Cross Blue Shield.