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Worker’s Compensation Defense Legal Secretary Job at Tech Providers Inc. in Los

Tech Providers Inc., Los Angeles County, CA, United States


What's in it For You? Career Development: Three to Six month temp to hire employment offering comprehensive job training and continued mentorship ongoing. Hourly Pay Rate: $28-34 per hour as a contractor; expectation is that total compensation transfers into a non-exempt employee status, upon successfully meeting requirements for perm conversion. Rates set at point of offer.. Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm PST Benefits: Yes, Randstad offers major medical insurance, dental, vision and 401k. Position Overview/Summary: The Workers Compensation Defense Legal Secretary supports our in-house counsel in defending workers' compensation claims. You will be the backbone of the litigation process, ensuring that filings are precise, deadlines are met, and communication between claims examiners and the WCAB is seamless. Responsibilities/Essential Functions: E-Filing & Documentation: Expertly navigate the EAMS system for electronic filing of pleadings, motions, and petitions. Calendar Management: Proactively manage complex legal calendars, including MSCs, Trials, Depositions, and Lien Conferences. Document Preparation: Draft and format legal documents such as Answers, Objections to PTP reports, DORs, and Trial Exhibits. Medical-Legal Coordination: Schedule QMEs/AMEs and ensure all necessary medical records are served and filed according to statutory timelines. Liaison: On occasion, act as a point of contact for claims adjusters, opposing counsel, and the WCAB. Team Player: Manage communication with internal and external associates, timely and professionally. Mail Processing : Process both in-bound and out-bound paper and electronic mail Flexibility: Able to assist with other support needs as needed. Required Skills and Experience: Experience: Strictly 4+ years of Workers Compensation defense experience. Technical Skills: Proficiency in EAMS, MS Office Suite, and legal case management software (e.g., Legal Files, Aderant, TimeMatters, or Guidewire). Local Knowledge: Deep familiarity with California Workers' Compensation laws and WCAB procedures. Efficiency: Ability to handle a high-volume desk with minimal supervision while maintaining a sharp eye for detail. Physical Demands & Work Environment: Ability to use a computer and other standard office equipment. Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods. Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment. Ability to perform work in a dynamic environment. Ability to work effectively both in-person and virtually

In Summary: The Workers Compensation Defense Legal Secretary supports our in-house counsel in defending workers' compensation claims . E-Filing & Documentation: Expertly navigate the EAMS system for electronic filing of pleadings, motions, and petitions . Calendar Management: Proactively manage complex legal calendars, including MSCs, Trials, Depositions, and Lien Conferences . Medical-Legal Coordination: Schedule QMEs/AMEs and ensure all necessary medical records are served .

En Español: Desarrollo profesional: tres a seis meses de tiempo para contratar un empleo que ofrece capacitación laboral integral y tutoría continua en curso. Tarifa salarial por hora: $ 28-34 por hora como contratista; la expectativa es que la compensación total se transfiera al estado de empleado no exento, después de cumplir con éxito los requisitos de conversión permanente. Las tarifas fijadas en el punto de oferta.. Jugador de equipo: Gestionar la comunicación con los asociados internos y externos, en tiempo oportuno y profesional. Procesamiento del correo: procesar tanto papel dentro como fuera y correos electrónicos Flexibilidad: Capacidad para ayudar con otras necesidades de soporte según sea necesario. Habilidades requeridas y experiencia: Experiencia: Estrictamente 4+ años de experiencia en defensa de compensación a trabajadores. Competencias técnicas: competencia en EAMS, MS Office Suite y software de gestión de casos legales (por ejemplo, archivos jurídicos, Aderant, TimeMatters o Guía). Conocimiento local: Familiarización con las leyes de Compensación de Trabajadores de California y procedimientos WCAB. Eficiencia: capacidad para manejar un escritorio de gran volumen con una supervisión mínima mientras se mantiene un ojo agudo por el detalle. Demandas físicas & Ambiente de trabajo: capacidad de usar equipos informáticos y otros equipos estándar.