Workers' Compensation Paralegal - Hempstead LI

Villamar Law Group PLLC•Village of Hempstead, NY

8d•$50,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Villamar Law Group is a fast-growing, client-focused Workers' Compensation law firm with offices in Queens and Long Island. We are looking for a motivated, professional, dependable, and bilingual (English/Spanish) Intake Paralegal who is ready to build a long-term career with our firm. Prior Workers' Compensation experience is preferred but not required. We are committed to training the right candidate who is eager to learn, takes pride in their work, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, in-person position based in our Long Island office. Salary is commensurate with experience. At Villamar Law Group, we invest in our employees. We provide the training, systems, and support necessary for our team members to succeed and grow professionally. As you become established in the position, you will be assigned an assistant whom you will train and supervise, providing an opportunity to develop leadership and management skills. If you are looking for a career—not just a job—and want to be part of a firm that values professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and exceptional client service, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (required). Official transcript must be brought to the interview.
Fluency in both English and Spanish.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding customer service and professional telephone etiquette.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
Positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond for our clients and team.
Takes ownership of their work.
Learns quickly and welcomes constructive feedback.
Works well independently and as part of a team.
Maintains professionalism under pressure.
Is committed to providing outstanding service to injured workers.

Nice To Haves

Prior Workers' Compensation experience is preferred but not required.
Experience with case management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Heavy volume of client communication by telephone, email, text message, and in person.
Conducting client intakes and maintaining strong relationships with clients throughout the life of the case.
Preparing and filing Workers' Compensation forms, including C-3, C-3.3, RFA-1, OC-400, OC-400.1, and other routine filings.
Reviewing files to ensure timely progression of cases.
Monitoring case status and identifying outstanding issues.
Obtaining medical records, including hospital records.
Communicating with insurance adjusters, medical providers, and referral sources.
Drafting routine correspondence.
Assisting attorneys with case management and administrative tasks.
Maintaining accurate and organized electronic files.
Supervising and training an assigned assistant once established in the role.