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<p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>SUMMARY</strong></span></p><p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">T</span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">his position will provide legal assistance to the attorneys representing the Enterprise in all aspects of legal case preparation and file management including legal research; analyzing law sources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles and legal codes; drafting complex documents; contacting and interviewing clients, attorneys and witnesses; and collecting documents and information relevant to cases. The position requires you to perform expected tasks with minimal supervision.</span></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES </strong>include the following. Other duties may be assigned.</span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 24px;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Review and summarize medical and other records and prepare summaries of relevant information.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Interview witnesses to gather information or confer with personnel in other departments and outside the organization while performing research or other legal responsibilities.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Assist attorneys with complex caseload research, subject and topic research, and briefings of court cases.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Provide advice and guidance on a variety of activities and contracts. Identify complex legal or business issues.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Assist attorneys with complex and/or sensitive hearings by preparing notes, organizing, assembling and filing exhibits.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Draft settlement documents and other pleadings, as directed.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Perform other legal tasks, as jurisdictionally permitted.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Perform special assignments as requested by the attorneys.</span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Retrieve and analyze information from the Workers' Compensation website.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Assist in preparation of worker’s compensation files for hearing.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Assist Manager with docket management and case assignment</span></p><p style="text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"> </p></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</strong></span></p><p><i><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Relevant combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.</span></i></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 24px;"><li><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or Paralegal certification required.</span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Continuous learning, as defined by AFHI’s learning philosophy, is required. </span></span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Certification or progress toward certification is highly preferred and encouraged.</span></span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Two (2) years of paralegal experience involving civil liability or workers compensation cases preferred. </span></span></li><li><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Prior experience with workers’ compensation claims is preferable but not essential.</span></span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES</strong></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 24px;"><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Broad knowledge of the principles of the judicial and administrative process. </span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Legal knowledge of research procedures and use of a Law Library.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Strong oral/written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills are essential. </span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ability to work on own initiative, multitask and meet deadlines. </span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ability to handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Proficient in Microsoft Windows including spreadsheet applications and Microsoft Word.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Strong organization, multi-tasking and attention to detail skills required.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ability to work independently as well as within a team.</span></p></li></ul> <br>Accident Fund Insurance Company of America

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