Legal Assistant 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lackawanna County, PA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Legal Assistant 2 position with the State Workers Insurance Fund in the Office of Chief Counsel offers a chance to support important legal work across the Commonwealth. This role allows you to help produce high-quality documents and assist attorneys with essential case activities. You will join a dedicated team that values accuracy, teamwork, and consistent communication. Step into a role where your organizational skills and attention to detail make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

• One year as a Legal Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Four years of responsible clerical, investigative or enforcement work including one year of legal clerical support experience
• An equivalent combination of experience and training
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience working with workers' compensation

Responsibilities

• Document Preparation: Draft correspondence and memoranda involving confidential and complex matters
• Record Maintenance: Organize and update files according to established record plans
• Subrogation Support: Research claims, gather information, and recommend opening third party subrogation cases
• Claim Notification: Send notices to claimants, attorneys, and insurance carriers regarding third party liens
• Invoice Review: Check contract counsel bills and verify calculations, receipts, and compliance with fee policies
• Case Tracking: Update spreadsheets and case management systems to track assignments and case activity

Benefits

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week upon successful completion of the training period.
• The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.
• The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.
• The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed