Workers' Compensation Paralegal

Goldberg Segalla, a dynamic and collaborative law firm with a national presence, seeks a highly motivated and organized individual to join its team as a Worker's Compensation Paralegal in its Baltimore office to assist and provide a wide range of legal support to the supervising attorney(s). 
The position requires the ability to multitask effectively and balance working on multiple requests and projects daily. Strong analytical and organizational skills and attention to detail are required. These duties include maintaining files, conducting legal research, drafting documents, communicating with clients and other parties involved in the cases, etc. This position requires knowledge of law firm practices, a general understanding of Worker's compensation, and the ability to support attorneys with a high volume of complex litigation matters POSITION SUMMARY: The paralegal will assist and provide a wide range of legal support to the supervising attorney(s); therefore, they will enhance the attorney’s effectiveness. These duties will include, but it is not limited to: maintaining files, conducting legal research, drafting documents, communicating with clients and other parties involved in the cases, etc. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure
• Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently, with minimal supervision
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficient as a billing timekeeper
• E-filing in all Maryland jurisdictions (state and federal). DC e-filing experience is preferred as well.
• Preparation of discovery requests and standard form motions
• Preparation of medical abstracts/chronologies
• Preparation of subpoenas (foreign and domestic) and Public Information Act requests
• Knowledge of legal documents and terminology
• Assisting attorneys in investigating the facts of a case, including contacting and interviewing witnesses
• Organize and maintain documents in the physical file and the firm’s document Management software
• Gather, maintain current, and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Prepare trial, mediation, and motion hearing binders to help attorneys prepare for hearings and trial
• Reach out to clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside vendors to schedule interviews, meetings, or depositions.
• Overall case management, including assisting the attorney with meeting calendar and pleading deadlines

EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:  

• Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, or certificate degree in paralegal studies.
• 2+ years of experience as a paralegal.
• Workers Compensation experience is preferred, but not required.

BENEFITS

This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a full benefits package. Our benefits package includes but is not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending, and more.

Goldberg Segalla isn’t merely a business - we’re a community. We value the diversity of our team and strive to create a collaborative and enjoyable culture for everyone, where leadership is rewarded, and efficiency, mutual respect, and working together for the common good, are traits we all embody.

Goldberg Segalla is a national civil litigation firm with offices spanning major metro markets across the U.S., providing strategic coverage wherever our clients do business. As a firm of experienced litigators and trial attorneys, Goldberg Segalla's capabilities span business and commercial disputes, employment and labor, insurance coverage, product liability, and more. Today, our more than 400 attorneys are trusted counselors to public and private clients in key sectors and industries including construction and energy, transportation, manufacturing, retail and hospitality, and insurance.