Paralegal - Workers' Compensation - Columbia
Company Description
For more than 65 years, Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP has built a strong tradition of representing business and industry with our comprehensive litigation services. With offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington, and Asheville, North Carolina; and Columbia, South Carolina, Hedrick Gardner is one of the largest litigation and dispute management firms in the Carolinas.
We've earned our reputation as a top litigation defense firm through our accomplishments in the courtroom. Our attorneys aggressively defend our clients’ interest inside and outside the courtroom, and tailor the representation to meet each client's needs either through a trial or negotiating an early resolution. Client satisfaction is always a priority.
Job Description
The candidate must have workers' compensation experience, be detail oriented, have a professional demeanor, and be able to handle large volumes of work in a fast-paced environment with exceptional proofreading, written and verbal communication skills. Responsibilities include summarizing medical files and discovery requests, drafting correspondence and pleadings, scheduling mediations, depositions, etc., and coordinating litigated files.
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
- A history of strong timekeeping practices
- Drafting correspondence to clients and SCWCC
- Organizing file materials
- Preparing settlement documentation
- Assisting with hearing preparation
- Being comfortable in a fast-paced work environment
- Drafting SC Workers’ Compensation Commission forms
- Reviewing and summarizing employment and medical records
- Managing attorney calendars and matter deadlines, and
- Preparing certificate of service, production requests and clinchers.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Hedrick Gardner is a high technology work environment and the primary tools of this position are Aderant for case management and timekeeping, NetDocs for document management, Adobe Acrobat for PDF creation and manipulation, MS Word and MS Outlook. Having the ability to learn new technology is important to future success.
Preference is given to candidates with several years of experience handling workers' compensation cases and a bachelor’s degree however other combinations of education and experience will be considered.
This position is an in-office position located near Main and Lady Streets.
Additional Information
Hedrick Gardner offers competitive salary and benefits including free parking.
Physical Demands:
- Position requires sitting for more than 2/3 of the time
- Position requires ability to focus on a computer monitor for extended periods of time
- Positon requires a small amount of bending and reaching to access supplies and equipment
- Position requires enough mobility to move from one area of the office to another at a moderate pace periodically
- Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds on occasion
- Work is performed in an office environment with a modest level of noise
Work Environment:
- Indoor Office Setting
- Well-Lighted/Ventilated Environment
- Air Conditioned/Heated Environment
- 7.5 hour shift, 37.5 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- 8:30am – 5:00pm
- 1 hour lunch
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- HRA
- FSA
- 401K
- Educational Assistance
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- PTO Accrual
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
Ability to commute/relocate:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work.
Hedrick Gardner is committed to the equal employment opportunity of all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.
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At Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP in Columbia, we are on the lookout for a dedicated Paralegal specializing in Workers' Compensation. Since our inception over 65 years ago, we have built a formidable reputation as a top litigation defense firm. We pride ourselves on our ability to defend our clients robustly in and out of the courtroom, delivering tailored solutions to meet individual needs. As a Paralegal, you'll be an integral part of our fast-paced environment, managing large volumes of work with precision. Your responsibilities will include summarizing medical files, drafting important legal documents, scheduling mediations and depositions, and coordinating everything related to litigated files. We value organization and attention to detail, and your knack for excellent proofreading and communication will shine through in your work. Familiarity with technology is a must, as you will be utilizing systems such as Aderant and NetDocs daily. A background in workers' compensation cases, though preferred, isn't strictly required, making this a fantastic opportunity for those eager to grow their careers in law. Join us in maintaining our high standards and commitment to client satisfaction at our conveniently located office near Main and Lady Streets. Discover how your skills can make a difference here at Hedrick Gardner!
Hedrick Gardner is one of the region's premier law firms serving the needs of the business community. With nearly 100 attorneys located in four offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Wilmington, North Carolina, and Columbia, South Carolina, Hedrick Ga...
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