Workers' Compensation Defense Legal Assistant

Working knowledge of WC procedure, including the QME panel process, deposition notice requirements and WCAB hearing types. Riley Defense Firm PC is a California law firm practicing workers’ compensation defense exclusively.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Workers’ Compensation Defense Legal Assistant: Remote, California


Riley Defense Firm PC is a California law firm practicing workers’ compensation defense exclusively. We represent insurance carriers, third-party administrators and self-insured employers throughout California. We’re growing and adding to our team.


Why join us

• Fully remote. Work from home in California on a firm-managed laptop in a paperless environment.
• Modern tools. We use MerusCase and Microsoft 365, with no paper files to chase.
• A small, focused team. Your work directly supports the attorneys and the firm’s clients.
• Room to grow as the firm grows.

What you’ll do

• Calendar hearings, depositions and deadlines, and keep them current
• File documents through EAMS
• Schedule depositions and QME/AME evaluations, and prepare panel requests
• Prepare subpoenas and records requests, and track records as they come in
• Prepare correspondence and pleadings from firm templates
• Process incoming mail and documents into MerusCase
• Coordinate scheduling and logistics with adjusters, opposing counsel, court reporters and interpreters

What we’re looking for

• [2+] years of California workers’ compensation legal assistant experience. Defense experience is preferred, and applicant-side experience will be considered.
• Hands-on EAMS filing experience
• Working knowledge of WC procedure, including the QME panel process, deposition notice requirements and WCAB hearing types
• Strong organization and attention to deadlines
• Clear, professional written communication
• Comfort with Microsoft 365 and case management software. MerusCase experience is a plus.
• Must reside in California

Compensation and benefits

•  $35.00 to $42.00 per hour, overtime-eligible
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match after four months
• 80 hours of paid vacation per year
• Front-loaded paid sick leave
• 10 paid holidays

This is a remote position.