Paralegal- Worker's Compensation

Ogletree Deakins • Cleveland, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cleveland office of Ogletree Deakins seeks an experienced workers' compensation paralegal to join its workplace safety and health practice. This role requires 3-5 years of experience in handling claims from the administrative phase through litigation and trial. The paralegal will be responsible for all aspects of the workers' compensation process, including requesting medical records, preparing IME background letters, filing continuances and appeals through ICON, and related Industrial Commission activities. Additionally, the role involves preparing court pleadings, handling discovery requests, and providing trial support. Experience with OSHA is considered a plus.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience as a paralegal handling Ohio workers' compensation claims, from the administrative phase through litigation and trial
• Demonstrated experience with ICON filings and Industrial Commission of Ohio procedures
• Experience preparing court pleadings and handling discovery requests
• Trial support experience
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and case files
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management software

Nice To Haves

• Experience with OSHA is a plus
• OSHA/workplace safety experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Ohio workers' compensation defense files from the administrative phase through litigation and trial
• Request, organize, and review medical records and related claim documentation
• Prepare IME background letters and coordinate independent medical examinations
• File continuances, appeals, and related submissions through ICON, and manage other Industrial Commission of Ohio filing requirements
• Track and calendar hearing dates, appeal deadlines, and other statutory timeframes before the BWC and Industrial Commission
• Prepare court pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and related litigation documents
• Provide trial support, including preparation of exhibits and coordination of witnesses and evidence
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, and Industrial Commission staff regarding claim status and case developments
• Assist attorneys with workplace safety and health (OSHA) matters as needed
• Maintain organized case files using firm case management systems

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• a 401(k) matching program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage
• Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• an Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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