V105 - Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant

Overview

This role supports a growing workers’ compensation practice as a Legal Assistant. Responsibilities include managing client communications, coordinating case documentation, tracking litigation deadlines, and assisting attorneys throughout the claims and litigation process. The ideal candidate is highly organized, responsive, and comfortable handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation calendars and ensure timely completion of required filings and court-related deadlines.
• Correspond with insurance carriers, clients, and other parties involved in the claims process.
• Track critical deadlines, hearing dates, and case milestones.
• Prepare and file claim forms, pleadings, and supporting documents with the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission.
• Gather, organize, and maintain medical records, wage information, and other case-related documentation.
• Maintain accurate case records using case management software.
• Assist with discovery preparation and case file organization.
• Follow up with prospective and existing clients and maintain regular communication throughout the case lifecycle.

Requirements

• Previous workers’ compensation or personal injury experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with litigation processes and legal procedures.
• Experience using case management software.
• Comfortable speaking directly with clients and providing professional, compassionate service.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior workers’ compensation or personal injury experience.
• Prior experience supporting discovery preparation and case organization.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $1,150 to $1,220 USD

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST/EDT

Location

• Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission filings required.

Languages

• English
• Spanish