Workers’ Compensation Paralegal

Job Description

Paralegal (Workers Compensation) | Kelley Kronenberg

The Tone:
This is a fully remote role at Kelley Kronenberg, a growing team in the legal environment. This position plays a crucial part in supporting attorneys as they defend workers’ compensation claims. The ideal candidate will bring experience and meticulous attention to detail to help manage legal cases effectively and efficiently.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Remote

• Mission: Support attorneys in defending workers’ compensation claims.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, Kofax, eJCC filing system, Client Profiles/ATO

What You’ll Actually Do
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
• Respond to discovery requests, which involves drafting objections and maintaining privilege logs.
• Prepare and update medical chronologies, timelines, and calculations for wages.
• Manage case files by tracking deadlines, scheduling depositions, and coordinating client communications.
• Electronically file legal documents through the eJCC portal and assist with trial preparation, including exhibit lists and case summaries.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Knowledge of Florida workers’ compensation laws and 60Q Rules of Procedure.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years as a paralegal in workers’ compensation defense or insurance defense; experience with the eJCC filing system and legal case management software.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and PDF editing software; ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently; exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Bonus: Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program.