Resolution Paralegal, Workers' Compensation (Remote) - Must Reside in California

Overview

A law firm specializing in employment and workers' compensation law is seeking an Experienced Resolution Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to join their Workers’ Compensation Department. The firm focuses on representing employees in cases involving discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage disputes, and workplace injuries. This role offers the opportunity to independently resolve and negotiate cases, assess case values, and secure settlements.

Responsibilities

• Resolve and negotiate a high-volume caseload efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with all parties involved in cases.
• Review and evaluate case files to determine legal strategy.
• Independently assess case value, including reviewing Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) reports and conducting depositions if necessary.
• Calculate demands such as Total Temporary Disability, Permanent Disability, and Future Medical costs.
• Handle case negotiations and settlements.
• Potential travel to assigned trial locations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of legal experience in Workers’ Compensation.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed settlement metric requirements.
• Strong knowledge of California Workers’ Compensation regulations.
• Expertise with EAMS, E-filing, and the Agreed Medical Evaluator (AME)/Panel Qualified Medical Evaluator (PQME) process.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to analyze legal documents on digital platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Teams).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $65,000 – $80,000 per year, depending on experience.

Location

• Remote position; candidates must reside in California.
• Potential travel to trial locations as needed.

Employment Type

• Full-time

Department

• Workers' Compensation