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Slade Neighbors A Professional Law

Legal Assistant/paralegal workers' compensation defense firm

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  • Full Time
  • $60,000 - $85,000/year
  • Encino, CA
September 2, 2026 Paralegal Workers' Compensation

Job Description

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Bonus based on performance
Benefits/Perks
  • Careers Advancement Opportunities 
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Competitive Compensation
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated workers' compensation law Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our defense law firm. In this role, you will provide assistance to lawyers, ensuring they are able to carry out their duties. You will communicate with clients, compile case materials, and conduct research. The ideal candidate is hardworking and detail-oriented. Should have a minimum 2 years experience. Workers' Compensation experience if at least two years is mandatory. Salary depends on experience. 

Responsibilities 
  • Communicate with clients and witnesses 
  • Prepare case documents such as MSC statements, trial exhibits, obtain QME panel lists, schedule medical exams, analyze documents, subpoena records and work in EAMS
  • Ensure that case-related documents are well organized and available for review
  • Monitor due dates
  • Maintain and update documentation 
  • Provide general administrative support  
Qualifications
  • Previous mandatory experience of at least 3 years or more as a Legal Assistant or paralegal at a workers compensation law firm
  • Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system in workers' compensation
  • Highly organized with document management experience
Comfortable Microsoft Office, EAMS and Merus
  • Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
Compensation: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year



California Workers' Compensation Defense Law Firm
Slade Neighbors, A Professional Law Corporation, represents employers, insurers, self-insureds and third-party administrators in the defense of workers' compensation claims throughout California before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board, Courts of Appeal and Supreme Court. Our services include the aggressive representation of our clients in all aspects of a denied or admitted claim. We have an experienced group of attorneys, hearing representatives, paraprofessionals and support staff that keep clients informed on the latest status and work as a team to achieve the strategic goals. From claims for permanent total disability to fraudulent or suspect accidents, we have the experience and resources necessary to serve our clients. We understand the importance of our clients' underlying business considerations when formulating any defense and/or settlement strategy. Our lawyers strive to create sound legal and cost-effective strategies with the end goal in mind.
 

Salary
  • $60,000 - $85,000/year


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