Workers' Compensation Paralegal at Johnsonlawgroup

Johnsonlawgroup

Chicago, Illinois, United States·6d ago

Mid LevelFull-timeAWS

Salary Range

$51,000 - $69,000 /year

Estimated

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About the Role

Johnson Law Group is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our Workers’ Compensation team in our Chicago office. This role supports attorneys throughout the lifecycle of workers’ compensation cases and is ideal for a paralegal who is either experienced in workers’ compensation or interested in developing specialization in this area of law.

Key Responsibilities

→Provide comprehensive paralegal support throughout the lifecycle of workers’ compensation cases, ensuring deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
→Draft and prepare workers’ compensation documents including applications, petitions, responses, and settlement agreements for attorney review.
→Organize, review, and summarize medical records relevant to workers’ compensation claims.
→Serve as a point of contact for clients, providing updates and responding to inquiries with professionalism and empathy.
→Apply Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission rules and procedures for filings, hearings, and case progression.
→Conduct factual and legal research related to Illinois workers’ compensation claims.
→Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness files.
→Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and records within the firm’s case management system.

Requirements

✓Prior experience as a paralegal, preferably in workers’ compensation or personal injury.
✓Familiarity with Illinois Workers’ Compensation laws and procedures.
✓Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills.
✓Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
✓Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team-based environment.
✓Professional demeanor and commitment to client service.