Legal Assistant - Worker's Comp

Legal Assistant Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury | Santa Fe Springs, CA | Full-Time | Onsite Join a respected plaintiff-side law firm dedicated to helping injury victims through some of the most challenging times in their lives. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Legal Assistant who enjoys taking ownership, staying organized, and making a meaningful impact by supporting attorneys and delivering exceptional client service. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, takes initiative without being asked, and takes pride in producing high-quality work. If you're bilingual in Spanish, detail-oriented, and looking for a long-term career with opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys handling Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury matters. Answer incoming client calls and provide professional, compassionate customer service. Process incoming mail, scan documents, and maintain organized electronic case files. Manage attorney calendars and monitor litigation and statutory deadlines. Schedule medical appointments and communicate appointment details to clients. Follow up with medical providers, insurance adjusters, and outside counsel to obtain records and reports. Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related documents. Organize medical records and prepare record summaries. Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case updates and information requests. Assist with gathering documents and information needed to move cases forward. Ensure deadlines are met while managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision. Qualifications 2–3 years of legal assistant experience in California. Experience in Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury, or civil litigation preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish required. Strong legal writing and document drafting skills. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently. Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Experience with Clio or other legal case management software is a plus. What We’re Looking For Self-driven and takes initiative. Detail-oriented and naturally organized. Professional, dependable, and accountable. Compassionate when working with clients. Comfortable balancing multiple priorities. Committed to delivering outstanding client service. Interested in building a long-term legal career. Compensation & Benefits Hourly pay: $22–$28, depending on experience. Health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid holidays. Paid time off. Professional development and advancement opportunities. Supportive, team-oriented work environment. Meaningful work helping injury victims navigate the legal process. Ideal Backgrounds Workers' Compensation Personal Injury Civil Litigation Plaintiff-side law firms Insurance defense support Medical records coordination Litigation support This is an outstanding opportunity for a bilingual Legal Assistant who enjoys taking ownership of their work, values teamwork, and wants to build a rewarding career with a firm committed to making a difference for its clients. #J-18808-Ljbffr Crawford Thomas Recruiting