Working as a Workers’ Compensation paralegal representing defendants in accordance with statutory and case law as well as pertinent regulations. Working in support of Employer Defense Group’s attorneys by communicating with parties, drafting documents, scheduling depositions, and engaging in other substantive matters to best meet and surpass the needs and expectations of our clients.
Experience
Appear on behalf of defendants to negotiate and resolve liens
Utilization of MerusCase to effectively manage case tasks, calendar, and client billing
Various legal documentation including but not limited topleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and draft correspondence
Review calendar daily and proactively handle upcoming events and determine dates upon which various pleadings must be served and filed
Input and maintain information into case management system and ensure data integrity • Maintain, organize, and index all case files for staff attorneys; file correspondence, pleadings and other documentation in an accurate and timely manner
Schedule/coordinate depositions, medical examinations, and other court designated hearings
Retain court reporters and interpreters, if necessary
Act as a liaison with experts and witnesses in scheduling/coordinating appearances and/or depositions along with documentation retrieval
Act as a liaison between client and Staff Counsel office by furnishing and requesting information as needed and assist in completion of administrative reports
Assist attorney with summarization of medical records or deposition proceedings Conduct preliminary legal research as necessary
Education
Career College of California – Paralegal Studies
Saddleback College – Undergrad
We Provide Workers' Compensation Defense Throughout California