Fellman & Associates is seeking a full-time (in-office) Legal Assistant to support our team of attorneys in our Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will have experience in California Workers' Compensation defense, possess excellent organizational skills, communication skills and be capable of managing multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment. Primary functions will be processing physical mail, answering the phone, and general support as needed. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within a respected firm that values attention to detail and team collaboration.

This position is Monday – Friday 8:30am-5:00pm located in our office adjacent to LAX Airport. Hybrid/remote work is not offered for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• General reception duties of answering incoming calls, receiving, and processing physical mail, incoming faxes and deliveries to the office.

• Handle administrative duties such as calendaring, data entry, document management, and correspondence.

• Provide direct support to defense attorneys handling a full caseload of workers’ compensation matters.

• Draft, prepare, and file legal documents, including Applications for Adjudication, Answers, DORs, medical/legal requests, settlement documents (Stips and C&Rs), and trial exhibits.

• Coordinate depositions, and hearings.

• Monitor case deadlines and ensure timely filings through the Electronic Adjudication Management System (EAMS).

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, claims adjusters, medical providers, and WCAB personnel.

• Request and organize medical records and reports.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience as a legal assistant in California Workers’ Compensation defense.

• Professional, dependable, and detail oriented.

• Familiarity with WCAB procedures, EAMS filing, and workers’ compensation terminology.

• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, knowledge of MerusCase a plus

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Well-paid position

• Health, dental, paid holidays and PTO

If you are a superstar legal assistant, inquire with Stephanie @ slee@fellmanassociates.com !

Fellman & Associates is a well-established defense firm located in Los Angeles specializing in Workers' Compensation, subrogation,132a, and S&W.  The firm is a certified Woman Owned Firm (WBE) and is a certified Small (Micro) Business Enterprise (SBE). We represent employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in all aspects of California workers’ compensation claims.  Our attorneys are highly experienced, and our clients benefit from this wealth of knowledge by receiving quality representation with an eye toward the bottom line.