Legal Secretary

Location: Glendale, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid

• Position Type: Direct Hire
• Pay / Salary: $65,000 $ 75,000 / Year (USD)
• Schedule: Monday Friday, flexible start time offered
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The Workers' Compensation Defense Legal Secretary supports in-house staff 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.

• 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.

• Proficiency in EAMS, MS Office Suite, and legal case management software.
• Knowledgeable about California Workers' Compensation laws and WCAB procedures.
• Ability to handle a high-volume desk with minimal supervision while maintaining a sharp eye for detail.

• 4 years of Workers' Compensation legal secretary experience.

• Defense experience preferred.

• 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.

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

U.S. property and casualty insurer providing comprehensive coverage for homes, autos, and businesses.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-07751

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