Paralegal - Workers Comp

Our client, a prominent law firm with offices throughout New Jersey, has an immediate need for an experienced Workers Compensation Paralegal, to join their winning team in Trenton. Our candidate of choice will bring a minimum of five years Workers Compensation experience and assist with everything from clerical duties such as answering phones to supporting lawyers in the litigation and legal process of each case.

Bilingual is required KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support to the lawyer to enhance law office effectiveness. Request authorization from employer/workers’ comp. carrier for treatment.

The ability to recognize a client’s emergent need for treatment/temporary benefits and the need of the attorney to file a motion. Coordinate Intake for front desk walk-ins and meet and greet all guests. The ability to identify a potential retaliation/harassment claim in a timely fashion to bring it to the attention of the attorney.

Download court calendars from courts online. Generate form letters to clients to attend IME appointments. Coordinate appointments for clients and calendar accordingly.

Call clients the day before hearing dates to ensure a contact number and their presence in court. Ensure the client has directions to the court. Read file information to determine the need for the services of an interpreter in court and to schedule that service when appropriate.

KEY REQUIREMENTS: At least three years of working experience as a legal assistant or Paralegal in the Workers’ Compensation area of law. Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a law office.

Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office and Dropbox Fluency in the English and Spanish language, both verbally and in writing (Required). Excellent organizational skills and Microsoft Office skills. Ability to juggle multiple activities and maintain professional demeanor. Communicate with clients, track and document all status' in case management system - SmartAdvocoate.

Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced office setting. Please apply today to be one of the first people considered for this position Elgen Staffing is the fastest growing staffing agency in New Jersey. With a deep understanding of today's hiring trends and technologies we have the ability to leverage the most effective recruiting methods to find the best candidates across numerous markets and industries and place them into the appropriate position successfully. Please allow us to help you find your dream job today