Senior Post QME Paralegal (Worker's Compensation)

Abramson Labor Group • Burbank, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Abramson Labor Group is hiring a Senior Post QME Paralegal to lead the team’s work after QME evaluations and manage the most complex cases. The role combines team support and quality assurance with hands-on workers’ compensation casework. The paralegal helps manage daily team operations, trains and supports team members, audits files, monitors assignments and workloads, prepares weekly metrics, and recommends process improvements.

The position handles complex and escalated post-QME matters, including identifying and obtaining medical records requested by QMEs and AMEs, processing subpoenas and reviewing responses, coordinating diagnostic testing, and following up with defense counsel, insurers, providers, and vendors. It also supports WCAB litigation by preparing and filing DORs, hearing requests, discovery petitions, and related documentation when delays or disputes require intervention. Client communication, deadline management, accurate case documentation, and coordination with attorneys and hearing representatives are central to the role.

The position is remote/hybrid in California. The company offers hourly compensation of $28–$33 based on experience, health insurance and retirement plans, professional development and career advancement opportunities, and a collaborative culture focused on client service.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of California workers’ compensation paralegal experience, including significant post-QME/AME work.
• Experience training, mentoring, or leading other paralegals or case staff.
• In-depth knowledge of QME/AME regulations, discovery, and WCAB litigation practices.
• Experience preparing subpoenas and filing documents such as DORs through EAMS.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Teams, and case management systems.
• Ability to work independently and remain productive in a remote environment.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a quiet, private workspace.

Nice To Haves

• Applicant-side workers’ compensation experience.
• Prior lead, senior, or supervisory paralegal experience.
• Experience with case audits, quality assurance, or metric reporting.
• Experience coordinating diagnostic testing and working with utilization review.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and medical record analysis.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist the manager with daily operations of the Post-QME team.
• Train and onboard team members on post-QME procedures, systems, and firm standards.
• Provide first-line support for team questions and escalated issues.
• Conduct regular case audits to ensure records, diagnostics, and filings are accurate and timely.
• Help distribute case assignments and monitor team workload.
• Cover team members’ roles as needed to keep cases moving.
• Prepare and update weekly team metric reports.
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce delays.
• Review QME report data and identify outstanding records requested by evaluators.
• Contact clients to identify treating providers and gather facility and treatment history.
• Request, obtain, organize, and submit medical records to QMEs and AMEs.
• Track outstanding record requests and follow up with providers.
• Document requests, communications, and submissions in the case management system.
• Prepare and process subpoenas for medical, employment, wage, and other relevant records.
• Coordinate subpoena service, monitor compliance, review responses, and follow up on missing records.
• Assist in obtaining declarations and supporting documentation for discovery disputes.
• Review QME recommendations for diagnostic studies, including MRI scans, X-rays, CT scans, EMG/NCV studies, laboratory testing, and other specialty evaluations.
• Request authorization status and vendor information from defense counsel, claims administrators, and utilization review departments.
• Coordinate diagnostic appointments with approved vendors and facilities, communicate details to clients, and ensure attendance.
• Obtain completed diagnostic reports and submit them to the appropriate physicians and parties.
• Communicate with defense counsel and insurance representatives about outstanding authorizations, records, and diagnostic testing.
• Monitor deadlines, follow up on unanswered requests, and escalate unresolved delays.
• Prepare correspondence demanding compliance with QME recommendations and discovery obligations.
• Identify matters requiring judicial intervention because of delays, denials, or noncompliance with QME recommendations.
• Prepare and file DORs, status conference and expedited hearing requests, discovery-related petitions, and supporting documentation.
• Assist attorneys and hearing representatives with hearing preparation.
• Educate clients about obtaining records and completing diagnostic testing.
• Coordinate scheduling, provide appointment reminders, and document client communications in the case management system.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative culture.

What This Job Offers

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