Workers' Paralegal

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced, high-volume legal environment. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who can work independently, manage competing priorities, and proactively support attorneys in meeting strict deadlines under North Carolina workers’ compensation procedures.

• Case Management & Organization:
  Managing a high volume of cases, monitoring deadlines, and maintaining extensive electronic files using case management software
• Investigation and Research:
  Gathering facts of the case, requesting records from various vendors, interviewing clients and witnesses, and identifying third-party liabilities
• Medical Records Management:
  Requesting, gathering, analyzing and summarizing medical records, bills, and reports
• Document Drafting & Filing:
  Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and settlement demand letters
• Trial & Hearing Preparation:
  Assisting attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, and trials. This includes preparing exhibits, managing witness schedules, and organizing trial binders
• Client Communication:
  Serve as a liaison, providing updates and gathering information from clients, adjusters, and healthcare providers

• Minimum of 3-5 years of workers’ compensation paralegal experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience in reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing medical and other case-related documents and records
• Well-developed writing and research skills
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery and routine correspondence
• The ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people
• The ability to anticipate attorney needs, identifying problems and finding solutions
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize workload
• Experience in managing electronic and paper filing systems, including local and state courts
• Experience with Net Documents or similar file management system preferred
• This is a full-time, permanent, non-remote position, offering access to benefits including paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and 401(k) retirement
• Salary commensurate with experience