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A well-established organization with an internal litigation team isseeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Litigation Support Specialist toprovide administrative and procedural support to defense counsel. This is a permanent opportunity with a hybrid work schedule based in Glendale,California.
This role is ideal for a seasoned workers’ comp legal professional whothrives in a fast-paced environment and understands California WCAB proceduresinside and out.
What This Opportunity Offers:
- Annual Salary: $65,000-$75,000Â
- Hybrid work schedule: Opportunity to work from home 2-3 days per week.​
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, standard business hours (PST)
Role Summary:
In this position, you will provide day-to-day litigation support to aninternal workers’ compensation defense team. You’ll be responsible for managingfilings, tracking deadlines, preparing legal documentation, and coordinatingcommunication between legal, medical, and claims stakeholders.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Electronic Filings: Prepare and submit pleadings, motions, and related documents through California’s EAMS platform
- Deadline & Calendar Oversight: Maintain detailed litigation calendars, including hearings, depositions, conferences, and trials
- Legal Document Production: Draft, revise, and format WC defense materials such as answers, declarations, objections, DORs, and trial-related exhibits
- Medical-Legal Scheduling: Coordinate QME/AME appointments and ensure timely service and filing of medical records
- Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a liaison with internal partners, opposing counsel, claims professionals, and regulatory bodies as needed
- Mail & Records Handling: Manage incoming and outgoing physical and electronic correspondence
- General Support: Assist with additional administrative or litigation-related tasks as business needs evolve
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum 4 years of hands-on workers’ compensation defense experience (California required)
- Strong working knowledge of WCAB processes and statutory timelines
- Advanced proficiency with EAMS, Microsoft Office, and legal case management systems
- Ability to independently manage a high-volume desk with accuracy and efficiency
- Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable operating with limited oversight
Work Environment & Expectations:
- Regular use of computers and standard office equipment
- Ability to remain seated or standing for extended periods
- Comfortable navigating shifting priorities in a deadline-driven setting
- Capable of working effectively in both on-site and remote environments
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