Posting number: P12-226855-10226KK
Department: Louisiana Works
Job classification: PARALEGAL 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Clerical & Data Entry, Miscellaneous, Customer Service, Communications, Office and Administrative Support
Preferred Requirements: Candidates with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Outlook, & Excel)
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The Paralegal 1/2 provides professional paralegal and legal administrative support to attorneys within OWCA, primarily supporting the Second Injury Board and Workers’ Compensation Fraud Unit. Duties include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, assisting with litigation preparation, maintaining case files, coordinating court activities, and providing specialized support for civil litigation and fraud enforcement proceedings.
The Office of Workers’ Compensation Administration (OWCA) in Louisiana oversees the enforcement and administration of workers’ compensation laws, aiming to support early return-to-work efforts and improve workplace safety. The department manages disputed claims, conducts hearings, reviews medical treatment disputes, and investigates fraud through collaborative efforts like the GAME ON task force.
Completion of an approved Paralegal or Legal Assistant program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA), or at an accredited college or university; OR
Possession of a Certified Paralegal (CP) certification issued by the National Association of Legal Assistants, Inc.; OR
A Juris Doctorate.
NOTE:
Disbarred attorneys and those who have permanently resigned from the practice of law in lieu of discipline may not be hired in any position in connection with the practice of law. Suspended attorneys or an attorney transferred to disability inactive status during the period of suspension may not be hired in any position in connection with the practice of law unless such hiring is first preceded by the submission of a fully executed registration statement to the Office of Disciplinary Counsel, on a registration form provided by the Louisiana Disciplinary Board and approved by the Louisiana Supreme Court. See Rule 5.5(e)(1) of the Louisiana Rules of Professional Conduct; In Re Davenport, 2021-01371 (La. 11/3/21) and 326 So.3d 882; In re Sharp, 2012- 2463 (La. 1/11/13), 106 So.3d 105. The hiring agency is responsible for conducting the necessary background checks prior to appointment.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Location: Baton Rouge, La
Appointment Type: Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.
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