Paralegal - Workers' Compensation - Shulman & Hill : Job Details

About usShulman & Hill is seeking to hire a Paralegal with a minimum of 2 years of experience to work closely with our clients and team of lawyers. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Russian/English and be an integral part of our team. The Paralegal will communicate with clients and witnesses for required information, maintain contact with clients to evaluate employment, wage, and medical information, maintain case file notes and documentation, complete assignments, tasks, and checklists in a timely fashion, document phone calls and correspondences regarding the clients' claim. Shulman & Hill is a full service Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Law Firm that is centered on providing personalized attention and maximum results for our clients. Our representation in both workers' compensation and personal injury results in maximum outcomes for our clients.Our work environment includes:Professional, agile, innovative staffModern office settingGrowth opportunitiesKey Responsibilities:Conduct initial client intakes and gather relevant documentation related to workers' compensation claimsOpen, organize, and maintain physical and digital case filesCommunicate regularly with clients to provide updates and gather medical and employment recordsDraft correspondence, legal documents, and filings including DORs, applications, and settlement documentsTrack and manage case deadlines, statute dates, and hearing schedulesLiaise with insurance adjusters, employers, doctors, and defense counsel as neededAssist attorneys with trial preparation, deposition scheduling, and settlement conferencesEnsure case progress aligns with timelines and firm goalsMaintain confidentiality and comply with legal and ethical standardsRussian SpeakingQualifications:2+ years of experience in workers' compensation law (preferred)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and time management abilitiesBilingual (English/Russian)What We Offer:Competitive salary commensurate with experiencePaid time off, holidays, and benefits package, early Fridays all year aroundOpportunities for professional development and advancementSupportive and team-oriented work environmentJob Type: Full-timePay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridayAbility to Commute:New York, NY 10004 (Required)Ability to Relocate:New York, NY 10004: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person