Legal Assistant - Workers Compensation - CA Remote Optional

Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant - Workers' Compensation (Defense)

Can be full remote option for the right candidate but must reside in California-

Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our defense-focused Workers' Compensation practice. The role involves managing case files, preparing pleadings and correspondence, coordinating discovery, calendaring hearings and deadlines, and communicating with clients, insurers, medical providers and courts. The ideal candidate is organized, familiar with workers' compensation defense and civil litigation procedures, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize workers' compensation case files, both electronic and physical, ensuring all documents are indexed and retrievable.
• Prepare and proofread pleadings, motions, correspondence, medical authorization forms, and demand/settlement documents for attorney review.
• Calendar and track deadlines for hearings, statute-of-limitations issues, discovery responses, and filing requirements; coordinate and confirm hearings, mediations and depositions.
• Manage discovery process: prepare interrogatories, requests for production, responses, and summaries of medical records and depositions.
• Communicate regularly with clients, carriers, treating providers, opposing counsel, and court personnel to obtain information, provide status updates, and schedule appointments.
• Obtain, review and summarize medical records, bills and IME reports; organize exhibits and trial notebooks.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation including witness lists, exhibit preparation, subpoenas, and trial logistics.
• Maintain billing and time entries, assist with invoice preparation, and track case-related expenses.
• Utilize case management and legal research tools to gather regulations, check statutory changes and support litigation strategy.
• Perform general office duties as needed, including intake, answering phone calls, filing, scanning and courier coordination.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal supporting workers' compensation defense or civil litigation matters preferred.
• Familiarity with workers' compensation laws, administrative procedures, and court rules in relevant jurisdiction(s).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear, professional correspondence and legal documents.
• Proven organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently.
• Proficiency with case management software (e.g., Filevine, MyCase, Clio, or similar), Microsoft Office Suite and electronic filing systems.
• Experience obtaining and summarizing medical records, bills and expert reports; comfort with medical terminology.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, adjusters and clients while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Paralegal certificate or associate degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred; high school diploma required.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation preferred if local travel to courts, mediations or medical facilities is required.

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 10/13/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team atto make arrangements.

Salary

$65000 - $70000 USD per year

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