Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP · 19 hours ago
Paralegal - Workers' Compensation
Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP is a trusted legal partner in North and South Carolina, delivering strategic defense and practical counsel. The Paralegal - Workers' Compensation will handle various responsibilities including summarizing legal documents, drafting correspondence, and assisting lawyers in preparing for trials and hearings.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Summarizing legal documents
Summarizing depositions or hearings
Summarizing medical records
Performing records research
Performing legal research
Checking legal forms for accuracy
Preparing reports
Preparing correspondence
Drafting legal documents
Assisting lawyers with preparing for trials, hearings, meetings
Record time for client billing
The ability to perform legal research
The ability to interview witnesses and document what is learned
Good writing and communication skills
The ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule
Proficiency with Word, Outlook and internet research
In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles
The ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy
Qualification
Required
paralegal certificate or two years' experience working as a paralegal or legal assistant, preferably in a litigation practice
workers' compensation experience
detail oriented
professional demeanor
able to handle large volumes of work in a fast-paced environment
exceptional proofreading skills
written and verbal communication skills
ability to perform legal research
ability to interview witnesses and document what is learned
good writing and communication skills
ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule
proficiency with Word, Outlook and internet research
in depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles
ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy
Preferred
bachelor's degree or work equivalent
Adobe and electronic document management
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
HRA
FSA
401K
Educational Assistance
Pet Insurance
Paid Holidays
PTO Accrual