Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
Workers’ Compensation Defense Legal Assistant: Remote, California
Riley Defense Firm PC is a California law firm practicing workers’ compensation defense exclusively. We represent insurance carriers, third-party administrators and self-insured employers throughout California. We’re growing and adding to our team.
Why join us
Fully remote. Work from home in California on a firm-managed laptop in a paperless environment.
Modern tools. We use MerusCase and Microsoft 365, with no paper files to chase.
A small, focused team. Your work directly supports the attorneys and the firm’s clients.
Room to grow as the firm grows.
What you’ll do
Calendar hearings, depositions and deadlines, and keep them current
File documents through EAMS
Schedule depositions and QME/AME evaluations, and prepare panel requests
Prepare subpoenas and records requests, and track records as they come in
Prepare correspondence and pleadings from firm templates
Process incoming mail and documents into MerusCase
Coordinate scheduling and logistics with adjusters, opposing counsel, court reporters and interpreters
What we’re looking for
[2+] years of California workers’ compensation legal assistant experience. Defense experience is preferred, and applicant-side experience will be considered.
Hands-on EAMS filing experience
Working knowledge of WC procedure, including the QME panel process, deposition notice requirements and WCAB hearing types
Strong organization and attention to deadlines
Clear, professional written communication
Comfort with Microsoft 365 and case management software. MerusCase experience is a plus.
Must reside in California
Compensation and benefits
$35.00 to $42.00 per hour, overtime-eligible
Medical, dental and vision coverage
401(k)
80 hours of paid vacation per year
Front-loaded paid sick leave
10 paid holidays
This is a remote position.