Paralegal

Overview

Location:

Columbia, South Carolina (In-Office)

Practice Area:
Workers’ Compensation – Injured Workers Only

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Compensation:
Commensurate with experience

About the Firm:

We are a South Carolina workers’ compensation law firm exclusively representing injured workers. Our practice is fast-paced, client-focused, and driven by advocacy, precision, and results. We are seeking a Paralegal to support our attorneys and legal team in managing workers’ compensation claims from intake through resolution.

Position Overview:

The Workers’ Compensation Paralegal will play a key role in the day-to-day handling of claimant files, attorney support, client communication, and coordination with medical providers, insurance carriers, and the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission.

• Manage and maintain workers’ compensation files from intake through settlement or hearing
• Draft and assist with preparation of legal documents including Forms 50, 61, 20, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence
• Communicate regularly with injured clients regarding case status, medical treatment, and benefits
• Request, track, and organize medical records, wage records, and employment documentation
• Coordinate medical appointments, depositions, mediations, and hearings
• Calendar deadlines and ensure compliance with statutory and procedural requirements
• Communicate with adjusters, defense counsel, medical providers, and Commission staff
• Assist attorneys with hearing preparation, settlement demands, and trial notebooks
• Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in the firm’s case management system

• Prior experience as a workers’ compensation paralegal or legal assistant (South Carolina experience strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission forms and procedures
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and files
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with case management software and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a legal team
• Paralegal certification is a plus but not required.

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Supportive, claimant-focused work environment
• Meaningful work advocating for injured workers
• Opportunity for long-term growth within the firm

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience in workers’ compensation or personal injury law to .