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State of Colorado · 1 day ago

Senior Paralegal (Legal Assistant II) - Workers’ Compensation.

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

1+ years exp

The State of Colorado is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join the Office of the Attorney General's Workers’ Compensation Unit. This role involves assisting attorneys in managing workers’ compensation claims, including opening claims, drafting motions, conducting research, and preparing for hearings.

Association

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assists and supports the attorneys defending workers’ compensation claims by opening claims, gathering information, investigating claims, determining appropriate action on new claims

Drafting motions, pleadings and discovery under an attorney’s supervision

Filing pleadings with the Division of Workers’ Compensation, Office of Administrative Courts or other courts as necessary

Reviewing, ordering, organizing and summarizing records

Preliminary research

Researching and confirming factual and procedural information

Organizing documents and assistance with preparing and coordinating witnesses and exhibits for hearings, and other trial preparation as necessary

Leading the Unit to stay current on applicable procedural rules, case law and will collect and assemble data for use in reviewing the unit’s effectiveness and for determining areas for possible change or improvement and other assignments as needed

Qualification

Paralegal certificateLegal researchDrafting legal documentsWorkers' compensation experienceProLaw experienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Paralegal certificate obtained through either an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal studies program or an accredited institution

One (1) year of paralegal experience

Two (2) years of work experience in a paralegal capacity which included conducting legal research, preparing drafts of legal documents and gathering and compiling data from legal references and resources will substitute for the required certificate

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school may substitute for the required certificate

If qualifying under the substitution, you will be required to provide a copy of your transcripts

Candidates possessing a foreign degree must submit a translation (evaluation) of their degree from an accredited institution, such as The National Association of Credential Evaluations Services in order to be given credit for the degree

Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment

Preferred

Recent work experience beyond one year of supporting attorneys in the workers' compensation area

Experience ordering, organizing and maintaining medical records electronically

Experience with ProLaw or a similar case management system

Experience organizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously including managing multiple hard deadlines

Benefits

Medical and dental health plans

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave earned each month

11 paid holidays per year

Public Service Loan Forgiveness – The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a repayment plan while working full-time for a qualified employer.

Free access to an on-site fitness center

Strong, flexible retirement benefits including 401K and 457 plans

Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State personnel system

Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and an employee discount program