Paralegal (Workers Compensation)
Kelley Kronenberg · Fort Lauderdale, FL · 2 wk ago
LegalFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
- Respond to discovery requests, including drafting objections and maintaining privilege logs.
- Prepare and update medical chronologies, timelines, and wage calculations.
- Manage case files, including tracking deadlines, scheduling depositions, and coordinating client communications.
- E-file legal documents through the eJCC portal and assist with trial preparation, including exhibit lists and case summaries.
- Collaborate with attorneys to ensure timely and effective case management.
- Maintain accurate billing records and track billable hours contemporaneously.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience as a paralegal in workers’ compensation defense or insurance defense.
- Knowledge of Florida workers’ compensation laws and 60Q Rules of Procedure.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and PDF editing software (Adobe Acrobat, Kofax).
- Experience with eJCC filing system and legal case management software (Client Profiles/ATO preferred).
- Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently in a remote setting.
- Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program a plus.
Benefits
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team in a dynamic legal environment. If you are a proactive, highly organized paralegal looking for a fully remote role, we encourage you to apply today!