Paralegal
About The Position
WCF is an A-rated insurance carrier growing in the western U.S. We are looking to add a paralegal wanting to join a company with a great culture, competitive pay and great benefits. We work hard to attract and retain the best people to provide leading edge service to our customers. To this end, we have developed a competitive benefit program, work/life program and personal/professional development. Our growth will provide great advancement opportunities. WCF believes the most effective representative results from a great work environment with a healthy life outside of work. Position This is a non-exempt position that reports to the Director, California Attorney. The person in this position provides administrative support to attorneys. The paralegal gathers information per attorney's request, prepares legal documents and maintains systems necessary for tracking legal responsibilities and litigation processes for WCF and subsidiaries. The expected salary range for this position is $58,300 to $72,800 depending on experience and education.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience in the Workers' Compensation field or a combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Excellent dependability, communication, and professionalism.
- Working knowledge of Word and Excel with a minimum typing speed of 50 wpm.
- Strong oral and written communication skills with emphasis in technical writing.
- Experience in using the California EAMS system for filing and case management.
Responsibilities
- Maintain diary system for necessary filings for state insurance departments and ensure forms and filings are done within filing date, and in compliance with EAMS requirements.
- Assist in the gathering of material requested in subpoenas, medical record documents, AME/QME material, scheduling appointments, creation of closure memos, calendaring hearings and maintaining calendar, and scheduling worker and doctor deposition.
- Assist in the appropriate and accurate filings of insurance operations and business matters.
- Create exhibits and documents in accordance with the California rules and statutes.
- Maintain existing systems to provide current and accurate information for the operation of legal department functions.
- Communicate with Workers' Compensation Appeals Board regarding required filings as needed
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- company paid life insurance
- 401K with a generous 6% employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- time off to volunteer in the local community
- All employees earn 4 weeks of vacation in their first year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
