Paralegal

SUMMARY OF JOB Paralegal needed, 3-5 years of workers' compensation experience preferred, but not required. Possible hybrid work environment, allowing for remote work after satisfactory completion of training, with the other days during the week in our Southfield, Michigan office. Performs a variety of duties for assigned attorney(s) according to established policies and procedures. Maintains positive contact with clients, attorneys and staff and observes confidentiality of client matters. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects. Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures. Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys. Prepares medical record summaries for each provider’s set of records Prepares medical chronology and updates as new medical is obtained Schedules IMEs and prepares relevant documents/films for IME vendor. Prepares damage analyses and wage calculations Prepares summaries for Case Evaluation, Facilitation, and Arbitration under the direction of the attorney Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items. Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings. Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases. Ensures all case calendars are updated and all necessary filings are timely Performs other related duties as assigned. Job Type: Full-time 401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Health insurance (One of the options includes the premiums paid for by the firm) Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Ability to Relocate: Metro Detroit Area Work Location: Might ultimately be a hybrid position after appropriate amount of in-office training. #J-18808-Ljbffr