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Hybrid CLIENT: ROLE: Workers’ Compensation Paralegal LOCATION: Cleveland, OH (Hybrid) SALARY: $ – $ per year, based on experience, education and qualifications JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Direct Hire OPENINGS: 1 (Replacement) EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of paralegal experience INDUSTRY: Legal Services ABOUT THE ROLE We are recruiting an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to support attorneys in a respected Cleveland law office. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who understands Ohio workers’ compensation procedures and can independently manage claims, filings and deadlines. RESPONSIBILITIES – Prepare workers’ compensation claims for administrative hearings – Draft pleadings, claim summaries, correspondence and other legal documents – Request, organize and review medical records – Coordinate independent medical examinations and prepare summary correspondence – Monitor case activity, filing requirements and critical deadlines – Submit documents electronically to courts and administrative agencies – Proofread filings for accuracy and compliance with applicable rules – Assist with depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings and trials – Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, medical providers and outside parties – Identify potential issues and escalate them appropriately QUALIFICATIONS – At least three years of paralegal experience in a law firm or other legal setting – Working knowledge of Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and Industrial Commission of Ohio procedures – Paralegal certificate, related degree or bachelor’s degree preferred – Strong Microsoft Office skills – Excellent writing, proofreading, analytical and organizational abilities – Ability to manage competing priorities and complete time-sensitive assignments – Sound judgment and a proactive approach to attorney support COMPENSATION & BENEFITS – $ – $ per year, based on experience, education and qualifications – Medical, dental and vision insurance – Life and long-term disability coverage – 401(k) plan – Flexible spending accounts – Paid time off and holidays – Bonus opportunities

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ROLE: Workers’ Compensation Paralegal
LOCATION: Cleveland, OH (Hybrid)
SALARY: $ – $ per year, based on experience, education
and qualifications
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Direct Hire
OPENINGS: 1 (Replacement)
EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of paralegal experience
INDUSTRY: Legal Services
We are recruiting an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal to
support attorneys in a respected Cleveland law office. This position
is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who understands Ohio
workers’ compensation procedures and can independently manage claims,
filings and deadlines.
Prepare workers’ compensation claims for administrative hearings
Draft pleadings, claim summaries, correspondence and other legal documents
Request, organize and review medical records
Coordinate independent medical examinations and prepare summary correspondence
Monitor case activity, filing requirements and critical deadlines
Submit documents electronically to courts and administrative agencies
Proofread filings for accuracy and compliance with applicable rules
Assist with depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings and trials
Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, medical
providers and outside parties

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Paralegal certificate, related degree or bachelor’s degree preferred

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Dental

Vision

401(K)

Paid Time Off