Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant

We are a Richmond based Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation Firm seeking to hire a Legal Assistant in our Workers’ Compensation department. This position is available immediately and has a work schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the option to work remotely one day each week.

This Legal Assistant (LA) position performs a variety of administrative support duties to the Department. The position requires knowledge regarding the Firm’s administrative processes and procedures for workers’ compensation matters. The scope of responsibilities includes prioritizing, managing and following through on multiple projects, and communicating effectively, courteously and professionally with clients, medical providers, third-parties, attorneys, staff and peers.

This position supports all members of the Workers’ Comp Department, both paralegal and attorneys, and executes routine and specified tasks requested. This job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of the department without it being specifically included in the job description.

Features of this job are described below. Although many of these duties are assigned at the direction of the paralegal and attorneys, it is the LA’s responsibility to initiate regular follow-up with the team if the directed tasks have been completed in the workday. The essential duties and responsibilities below may be subject to change

• Regular client communication, getting updates from the clients on treatment status and providing updates on progress of the case. The LA shall not give legal advice, but are responsible for communicating important updates as relayed to him or her by an attorney or paralegal, such as medical appointments, important dates for the case, and general updates.

• Communications with medical providers, scheduling meetings with attorneys and assisting their offices as needed.

• Communications with the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission for any relevant communications, scheduling matters, or obtaining information generally.

• Various communications and letters, including any issues regarding provider billing issues involving the workers’ compensation claim.

• Documenting client mileage claims and preparing them for submission

• Assisting and instructing clients with job search efforts when applicable.

• General Internal Office Support, reviewing internal office communications frequently, responding to communications, scanning and logging incoming mail, assisting with hearing preparations, and closing files.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or the successful completion of an accredited paralegal program is a plus but is not required.

• Experience in customer service and strong customer service skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Detail orientated; deadline driven while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to utilize critical thinking and exercise sound judgement under pressure.

• Strong administrative and organizational abilities.

• Exceptional impersonal and communication skills.

• Demonstrates behavior that displays reliability and professionalism.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

ReidGoodwin, PLC offers a full benefits package inclusive of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. Paid Time office and 401(k) Plan to qualified individuals.

Interested parties please submit a detailed resume and cover letter to [email protected] for consideration.

ReidGoodwin is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $42,500.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person