Defense Legal Secretary; Workers

Job Title:
Defense Legal Secretary (Workers’ Compensation)

Work Location:
Glendale, CA 91203

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type:
Hybrid

Duration: 6 Months

Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm PST

Payrate:$28.00 - 34.00/hr.

Overview:

Tek Wissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide.

Job Description

Position Overview/Summary:

• The Workers’ Compensation Defense Legal Secretary supports our in-house counsel in defending workers' compensation claims.
• You will be the backbone of the litigation process, ensuring that filings are precise, deadlines are met, and communication between claims examiners and the WCAB is seamless.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• E-Filing & Documentation:
  Expertly navigate the EAMS system for electronic filing of pleadings, motions, and petitions.
• Calendar Management:
  Proactively manage complex legal calendars, including MSCs, Trials, Depositions, and Lien Conferences.
• Document Preparation:
  Draft and format legal documents such as Answers, Objections to PTP reports, DORs, and Trial Exhibits.
• Medical-Legal Coordination:
  Schedule QMEs/AMEs and ensure all necessary medical records are served and filed according to statutory timelines.
• Liaison:
  On occasion, act as a point of contact for claims adjusters, opposing counsel, and the WCAB.
• Team Player:
  Manage communication with internal and external associates, timely and professionally.
• Mail Processing:
  Process both in-bound and out-bound paper and electronic mail
• Flexibility:
  Able to assist with other support needs as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience:
  
  Strictly 4+ years of Workers’ Compensation defense experience.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in EAMS, MS Office Suite, and legal case management software (e.g., Legal Files, Aderant,Time Matters, or Guidewire).
• Local Knowledge:
  Deep familiarity with California Workers' Compensation laws and WCAB procedures.
• Efficiency:
  Ability to handle a high-volume desk with minimal supervision while maintaining a sharp eye for detail.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Ability to use a computer and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Ability to perform work in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work effectively both in-person and virtually

Tek Wissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.