James F. Aspell, P.C. is a busy, established workers' compensation practice serving injured workers across Connecticut. We're a close-knit, collegial team that takes pride in how we treat our clients and each other.
This is a specialized hire. We're looking for an experienced paralegal who knows Filevine inside and out, and we're willing to take our time to find the right person.
The Role:
This is a client-facing position. You'll be a primary point of contact for injured workers and their families, guiding them through the claims process from intake to resolution. You'll also play a key role in helping our firm get more out of Filevine by improving workflows, building templates, and sharing your expertise with the team.
Responsibilities:
Maintain frequent, compassionate contact with clients by phone, email, and in person
Manage a caseload of 125–150 workers' compensation files from intake through resolution
Request, organize, and review medical records, bills, and wage documentation
Prepare forms, correspondence, and filings with the Connecticut Workers' Compensation Commission
Attend informal workers' compensation hearings at district offices across the state
Track deadlines, hearings, and case milestones
Coordinate with insurers, adjusters, medical providers, and opposing counsel
Support attorneys in preparing for formal hearings
Help optimize our Filevine setup, including workflows, task automation, templates, and reporting
Qualifications:
2+ years of paralegal experience in workers' compensation or personal injury (Connecticut experience strongly preferred)
Advanced, hands-on proficiency with Filevine (required)
Excellent communication and people skills, with a genuine enjoyment of client interaction
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a high-volume caseload
Familiarity with medical terminology and records
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for in-state travel to hearings
Paralegal certificate or degree preferred
What We Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Safe harbor 401(k) plan with profit sharing
Free parking
[Health, dental, and vision insurance]
[Paid time off and paid holidays]
A collegial, supportive work environment
The chance to shape how a growing practice uses its technology