Paralegal

The Opportunity This is a dynamic paralegal role for someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of law while playing an active role in client relationships and case progression. In this position you may conduct a compassionate intake call with a workers' compensation claimant in the morning, manage civil litigation discovery in the afternoon, and proactively identify what needs to happen next to keep cases moving forward. You will serve as a critical bridge between clients and our legal team, managing both client communication and substantive legal work across workers' compensation, civil litigation, estate planning, and probate and trust administration matters. This role offers genuine autonomy, diverse work, and the opportunity to help shape our systems and workflows as the firm continues to grow. This role is ideal for a paralegal who: • Thrives on variety and can shift comfortably between practice areas • Takes initiative and ownership rather than waiting to be told what to do next • Enjoys both client interaction and legal analysis or drafting • Wants to contribute to case outcomes rather than simply complete tasks • Values working in a collaborative Anchorage office where contributions are visible and appreciated • Can represent the firm professionally within the local legal community Work Location This is a full time, in office position located in Anchorage, Alaska. The role begins with a 90 day in office training and integration period. We strongly prefer a local candidate who can be present in our office. Limited hybrid flexibility may be considered after the probationary period based on performance, trust, and business needs. What We Offer Compensation • Competitive salary of $80,000 to $100,000 annually based on experience • Paralegal work billed at $200 per hour • Performance based bonus opportunities • Annual compensation reviews with merit increases Benefits Package Benefits begin after the 90 day probationary period. • Healthcare stipend to support health insurance costs • Retirement benefits through SEP IRA with employer contribution matching Time Off • Two weeks paid vacation after the 90 day probationary period during the first year • Potential for expanded PTO after the first year based on performance and tenure • Federal holidays recognized • Flexible holiday scheduling • Use it or lose it policy to encourage work life balance Professional Development • Annual CLE and professional development budget • Support for Alaska Paralegal Association membership and involvement • Paid time for continuing education and professional certifications • Opportunities to attend legal conferences and training Technology and Work Environment • All technology provided including computer, headset, and required software • Modern practice management system utilizing Clio Manage and Clio Grow • Well equipped office space in Anchorage Work Life Balance • Sustainable pace with no expectation of excessive overtime • Collaborative culture with direct access to attorneys • Meaningful work where you can see the direct impact on client outcomes • Full time schedule of approximately 40 hours per week in our Anchorage office Career Growth • Exposure to diverse legal matters across workers' compensation, civil litigation, estate planning, and probate or trust administration • Increasing responsibility as you demonstrate capability • Opportunity to develop expertise across multiple practice areas rather than being limited to one • Input into firm systems and workflows as the firm grows • Opportunity to become a key member of a growing legal team Estimated Total Benefits Value approximately $450 to $750 per month in addition to base salary. Our Culture and Values At Eppler Law we are building a team rooted in trust, collaboration, and integrity. Our focus is not simply billable hours but building a sustainable environment where excellent legal work and personal well being can coexist. We value proactive problem solvers who take ownership of their work, care deeply about the client experience, and want to grow with a firm that values both excellence and balance. We are small enough that your contributions are visible and meaningful while growing enough to offer real career opportunities. What We Value • Autonomy and initiative • Quality work and attention to detail • Proactive communication • Continuous improvement and learning • Work life balance and sustainability • Connection to the Anchorage legal community Why Anchorage Our firm is located in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, offering a unique combination of urban amenities and unparalleled access to outdoor recreation. Anchorage provides a vibrant legal community, a reasonable cost of living compared to many major metropolitan areas, and a lifestyle unlike anywhere else in the United States. Local candidates are strongly preferred for this position. How to Apply To ensure your application is considered, please submit all required materials. Applications that are missing documents may not be reviewed. Please send the following materials by email to View email address on click.appcast.io • Your experience with both client intake and litigation support Your experience with any of the following practice areas: • A writing sample such as a legal memorandum, pleading, motion, workers' compensation petition, or client letter you drafted independently Applications without all three components will not be considered. Our Hiring Process We want this to be a great fit for both sides. Our hiring process typically includes: • This position includes a 90 day probationary period with clearly defined expectations and regular feedback. We will initially prioritize local Anchorage candidates. If we do not find the right fit within approximately 21 to 30 days we may expand our search. Ideal Start Date As soon as possible for the right candidate. Ready to Apply If this role sounds like the next step in your paralegal career where you can combine strong client service with substantive legal work across multiple practice areas while being part of the Anchorage legal community, we would love to hear from you. Strong local candidates who can demonstrate both client service excellence and substantive legal skills in workers' compensation, civil litigation, estate planning, or probate or trust administration are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employment Eppler Law, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Responsibilities: Client Intake & Relations (40-50%) Initial Client Contact Case Setup: • Schedule appointments, hearings, mediations, and client meetings Ongoing Client Communication & Case Management: • Serve as a client-facing representative of the firm's values and professionalism Litigation & Legal Support (40-50%) Workers' Compensation Support: • Prepare and file Second Injury Fund (SIF) claims when applicable Civil Litigation Support: • Support probate litigation matters as needed Estate Planning Support: • Assist with trust funding, including preparation of deeds, assignments, and beneficiary designations Probate & Trust Administration Support (as needed): • Prepare beneficiary notifications and coordinate with personal representatives and trustees Case & Workflow Management (10%) • Use Clio calendaring and task management to ensure nothing falls through the cracks Process Improvement Reporting: • The percentages are approximate. The role requires flexibility to shift focus based on firm and client needs Qualifications: What We're Looking For Required Qualifications: • Located in or willing to relocate to Anchorage, Alaska (local candidates strongly preferred) Strongly Preferred (but trainable for the right candidate): Workers' Compensation experience, including: • Settlement negotiations and Compromise and Release agreements Civil Litigation experience, including: • Experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration Alaska-specific experience: • Alaska legal community connections Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate Ideal Candidate Profile: Beyond the qualifications above, we're looking for someone who: • Can Be a Firm Ambassador: You're comfortable representing the firm professionally in the Anchorage legal community, whether that's at the courthouse, paralegal association meetings, or local networking events. Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000

• Client Intake & Relations (40-50%)Initial Client Contact Case Setup: • Conduct initial client intake calls and consultations with professionalism and empathy across all practice areas • Gather detailed information for workers' compensation claims, including injury details, medical treatment history, employment information, and wage data • Collect estate and trust information, including asset inventories, beneficiary details, and decedent information • Accurately enter and maintain client and case data in Clio Manage and Clio Grow • Schedule appointments, hearings, mediations, and client meetingsOngoing Client Communication & Case Management: • Follow up proactively after appointments to keep cases progressing • Coordinate with clients to obtain necessary documentation (medical records, employment records, financial documents, trust instruments) • Provide case status updates to clients and manage expectations professionally • Communicate with beneficiaries, heirs, trustees, medical providers, employers, insurance adjusters, and third-party administrators • Serve as a client-facing representative of the firm's values and professionalismLitigation & Legal Support (40-50%)Workers' Compensation Support: • Prepare and file claims with the Alaska Workers' Compensation Board (AWCB) • Draft workers' compensation pleadings, including claims, answers, petitions, and controversion notices • Manage medical record requests, review, organization, and analysis • Calculate and verify temporary total disability (TTD), temporary partial disability (TPD), permanent partial impairment (PPI), and permanent total disability (PTD) benefits • Prepare wage verification and loss calculations • Coordinate independent medical examinations (IMEs) and depositions of medical providers • Draft discovery requests and responses specific to workers' compensation matters • Prepare hearing exhibits, witness lists, and trial notebooks for AWCB hearings • Monitor claim status, controversion notices, and AWCB deadlines • Communicate with claims adjusters, Third-Party Administrators (TPAs), and the Reemployment Benefits Administrator • Assist with settlement negotiations and draft settlement agreements (including Compromises and Releases) • Prepare and file Second Injury Fund (SIF) claims when applicableCivil Litigation Support: • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal correspondence • Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda • Manage discovery processes, including document review, organization, privilege logs, and production • Prepare case files for hearings, depositions, mediations, and court proceedings • Coordinate with opposing counsel and courts regarding scheduling and filings • Prepare deposition summaries and trial exhibits • Support probate litigation matters as neededEstate Planning Support: • Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives • Prepare client estate planning questionnaires and asset/beneficiary summaries • Coordinate the execution of estate planning documents with proper witnessing and notarization • Assist with trust funding, including preparation of deeds, assignments, and beneficiary designationsProbate & Trust Administration Support (as needed): • Assist with probate court filings and trust administration tasks • Support existing probate and trust cases in collaboration with other team members • Prepare beneficiary notifications and coordinate with personal representatives and trusteesCase & Workflow Management (10%) • Organization Proactive Case Progression • Maintain organized digital files with meticulous attention to detail across multiple case types • Utilize Clio stages system to track case progression and ensure visibility into case status • Track critical deadlines, including AWCB hearing dates, statute of limitations, court filing deadlines, and discovery deadlines • Monitor case progression milestones and proactively move cases forward without constant reminders • Use Clio calendaring and task management to ensure nothing falls through the cracksProcess Improvement Reporting: • Identify workflow bottlenecks and proactively suggest process improvements • Assist with billing and time entry • Use Clio reporting features to track performance metrics and case status • Maintain checklists and templates for workers' compensation, civil litigation, and other practice areas • Participate in regular case status meetings (weekly check-ins) • The percentages are approximate. The role requires flexibility to shift focus based on firm and client needs

Compensation:
$80,000-$100,000 per year