This is not your typical paralegal role. We need someone who can conduct a compassionate intake call with a workers' compensation claimant in the morning, manage civil litigation discovery in the afternoon, and proactively identify what needs to happen next to keep cases moving—all without needing constant supervision.
You'll serve as a critical bridge between clients and our legal team, managing both client relationships and substantive legal work across workers' compensation, civil litigation, estate planning, and probate and trust administration matters. This role offers genuine autonomy, diverse work, and the opportunity to shape our systems and workflows as we grow.
This role is ideal for a paralegal who:
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Thrives on variety and can shift seamlessly between practice areas
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Takes initiative and ownership (doesn't wait to be told what to do next)
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Enjoys both client interaction AND legal analysis/drafting
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Wants to be more than a task-completer—wants to drive case outcomes
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Values working in a collaborative Anchorage office where contributions are visible and valued
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Can be an advocate and ambassador for the firm in the local legal community
Work Location:
This is an in-office position in Anchorage during your first 90 days for effective training and integration. We strongly prefer a local candidate who can be present in our office. Limited hybrid flexibility may be considered after the probationary period based on performance, trust, and business needs.
What We Offer
Compensation:
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Competitive salary: $80,000–$100,000 annually based on experience
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Paralegal work billed at $200/hour
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Performance-based bonus potential
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Annual compensation reviews with merit increases
Benefits Package:
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Health Retirement (begin after 90-day probationary period):
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Healthcare stipend to support your health insurance costs
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Retirement benefits through SEP-IRA with employer contribution matching
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Potential access to group insurance programs through the Alaska Bar Association
Time Off:
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Two weeks paid vacation after 90-day probationary period (year one)
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Potential for expanded PTO after the first year based on performance and tenure
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Federal holidays recognized
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Flexible holiday scheduling
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Use-it-or-lose-it policy to encourage work-life balance
Professional Development:
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Annual CLE and professional development budget
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Support for Alaska Paralegal Association membership and involvement
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Paid time for continuing education and professional certifications
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Opportunities to attend legal conferences and training
Technology Work Environment:
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All technology provided: Computer, headset, and necessary software
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Modern practice management system (Clio Manage/Grow)
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Well-equipped office space in Anchorage
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Potential WiFi reimbursement if a hybrid arrangement is approved
Work-Life Balance Culture:
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Sustainable pace—we value work-life balance and don't expect 60-hour weeks
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Collaborative culture with direct access to attorneys
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Meaningful work where you see direct impact on client outcomes
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Hours: 30-40 hours per week (full-time, ideally 40 hours)
Career Growth:
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Exposure to diverse legal matters across workers' compensation, civil litigation, estate planning, and probate/trust administration
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Increasing responsibility as you demonstrate capability
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Skill diversification—develop expertise across multiple practice areas rather than being pigeonholed
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Input into firm systems and workflows as we grow
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Opportunity to become a key team member in a growing firm
Total Benefits Value: Approximately $450-$750/month in addition to base salary
Our Culture & Values
At Eppler Law, we're building a team rooted in trust, collaboration, and integrity—not just billable hours and burnout. We value proactive problem-solvers who take ownership of their work, care deeply about the client experience, and want to grow with a firm that values both excellence and well-being. We're small enough that your contributions matter and are visible, but growing enough to offer real career advancement. We're looking for someone who wants to be part of the Anchorage legal community and help us build something meaningful.
What We Value:
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Autonomy and initiative over micromanagement
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Quality and attention to detail
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Proactive communication
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Continuous improvement and learning
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Work-life balance and sustainability
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Community connection and professional involvement
Why Anchorage?
Our firm is located in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, offering a unique combination of urban amenities and unparalleled access to outdoor recreation. Anchorage provides a vibrant legal community, a reasonable cost of living compared to many major metro areas, and a lifestyle unlike anywhere else in the United States. Local candidates are strongly preferred for this in-office position.
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit the following:
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Resume highlighting your paralegal experience
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Cover letter specifically addressing:
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Your experience with both client intake/communication AND litigation support
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Your specific experience with any of our practice areas:
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Workers' Compensation: AWCB filings, medical record management, benefit calculations, and hearing preparation
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Civil Litigation: Discovery, pleadings, depositions, court filings
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Estate Planning: Document drafting, client consultations
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Probate/Trust Administration: Court filings, accountings, beneficiary communications
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The types of legal documents you've drafted independently
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An example of a time you solved a problem or improved a process without being asked
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Why does this role at Eppler Law in Anchorage appeal to you specifically
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Your ties to or interest in Anchorage/Alaska (if applicable)
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Writing sample (legal memorandum, pleading, motion, workers' compensation petition, or client letter you drafted independently)
Applications without all three components will not be considered.
Our Hiring Process
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We want this to be a good fit for both of us. Here's what to expect:
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Application Review - We'll respond to all applicants within one week
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Phone Screen (20-30 min) - Brief conversation about experience, location, and mutual fit
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First Interview (60-90 min) - In-depth discussion of your skills and our needs
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Working Interview (2-3 hours, paid) - Practical exercises in realistic scenarios across practice areas
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Final Interview (30-45 min) - Final questions and offer discussion
This position includes a 90-day probationary period with clearly defined performance expectations and regular feedback.
We will initially focus on local Anchorage candidates. If we don't find the right fit within 21-30 days, we may expand our search.
Ideal Start Date: As soon as possible for the right candidate
We're happy to discuss:
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Specific practice area breakdown and typical case types
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Workers' compensation claim volume and complexity
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Civil litigation workflow and case management
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Day-to-day responsibilities and team structure
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Growth opportunities and career pathing
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What makes Eppler Law different from other Anchorage firms
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Living and working in Anchorage
Ready to Apply?
If this role sounds like the next step in your paralegal career—where you can leverage both your people skills and your legal expertise across diverse practice areas while being part of the Anchorage legal community—we want to hear from you.
Strong local candidates who can demonstrate both client service excellence and substantive legal skills in workers' compensation, civil litigation, estate planning, or probate/trust administration are encouraged to apply immediately.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Eppler Law, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Compensation:
$80,000 - $100,000
Responsibilities:
Client Intake & Relations (40-50%)
Initial Client Contact Case Setup:
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Conduct initial client intake calls and consultations with professionalism and empathy across all practice areas
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Gather detailed information for workers' compensation claims, including injury details, medical treatment history, employment information, and wage data
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Collect estate and trust information, including asset inventories, beneficiary details, and decedent information
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Accurately enter and maintain client and case data in Clio Manage and Clio Grow
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Schedule appointments, hearings, mediations, and client meetings
Ongoing Client Communication & Case Management:
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Follow up proactively after appointments to keep cases progressing
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Coordinate with clients to obtain necessary documentation (medical records, employment records, financial documents, trust instruments)
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Provide case status updates to clients and manage expectations professionally
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Communicate with beneficiaries, heirs, trustees, medical providers, employers, insurance adjusters, and third-party administrators
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Serve as a client-facing representative of the firm's values and professionalism
Litigation & Legal Support (40-50%)
Workers' Compensation Support:
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Prepare and file claims with the Alaska Workers' Compensation Board (AWCB)
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Draft workers' compensation pleadings, including claims, answers, petitions, and controversion notices
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Manage medical record requests, review, organization, and analysis
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Calculate and verify temporary total disability (TTD), temporary partial disability (TPD), permanent partial impairment (PPI), and permanent total disability (PTD) benefits
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Prepare wage verification and loss calculations
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Coordinate independent medical examinations (IMEs) and depositions of medical providers
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Draft discovery requests and responses specific to workers' compensation matters
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Prepare hearing exhibits, witness lists, and trial notebooks for AWCB hearings
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Monitor claim status, controversion notices, and AWCB deadlines
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Communicate with claims adjusters, Third-Party Administrators (TPAs), and the Reemployment Benefits Administrator
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Assist with settlement negotiations and draft settlement agreements (including Compromises and Releases)
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Prepare and file Second Injury Fund (SIF) claims when applicable
Civil Litigation Support:
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Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal correspondence
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Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda
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Manage discovery processes, including document review, organization, privilege logs, and production
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Prepare case files for hearings, depositions, mediations, and court proceedings
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Coordinate with opposing counsel and courts regarding scheduling and filings
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Prepare deposition summaries and trial exhibits
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Support probate litigation matters as needed
Estate Planning Support:
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Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives
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Prepare client estate planning questionnaires and asset/beneficiary summaries
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Coordinate the execution of estate planning documents with proper witnessing and notarization
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Assist with trust funding, including preparation of deeds, assignments, and beneficiary designations
Probate & Trust Administration Support (as needed):
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Assist with probate court filings and trust administration tasks
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Support existing probate and trust cases in collaboration with other team members
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Prepare beneficiary notifications and coordinate with personal representatives and trustees
Case & Workflow Management (10%)
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Organization Proactive Case Progression:
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Maintain organized digital files with meticulous attention to detail across multiple case types
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Utilize Clio stages system to track case progression and ensure visibility into case status
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Track critical deadlines, including AWCB hearing dates, statute of limitations, court filing deadlines, and discovery deadlines
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Monitor case progression milestones and proactively move cases forward without constant reminders
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Use Clio calendaring and task management to ensure nothing falls through the cracks
Process Improvement Reporting:
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Identify workflow bottlenecks and proactively suggest process improvements
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Assist with billing and time entry
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Use Clio reporting features to track performance metrics and case status
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Maintain checklists and templates for workers' compensation, civil litigation, and other practice areas
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Participate in regular case status meetings (weekly check-ins)
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The percentages are approximate. The role requires flexibility to shift focus based on firm and client needs
Qualifications:
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications:
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3-5+ years of paralegal experience with demonstrated litigation support capabilities
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Proven client-facing experience—intake, client communication, or client service (this is non-negotiable)
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Strong legal writing skills with examples of complex documents you've drafted independently (not just form completion)
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Proficiency with practice management software (Clio experience strongly preferred)
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Ability to work autonomously and take initiative without constant supervision
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Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong mathematical skills for benefit calculations and financial tracking
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Understanding of court deadlines and calendar management in litigation matters
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Located in or willing to relocate to Anchorage, Alaska (local candidates strongly preferred)
Strongly Preferred (but trainable for the right candidate):
Workers' Compensation experience, including:
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Alaska Workers' Compensation Board procedures and filing requirements
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Medical record analysis and organization
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Disability benefit calculations (TTD, TPD, PPI, PTD)
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IME coordination and medical provider communications
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Settlement negotiations and Compromise and Release agreements
Civil Litigation experience, including:
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Discovery management and court filings
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Deposition and hearing preparation
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Alaska court procedures
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Experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration
Alaska-specific experience:
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Alaska court procedures (Superior Court)
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Alaska legal community connections
Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Beyond the qualifications above, we're looking for someone who:
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Takes Initiative: You see what needs to happen next and do it—you don't wait for step-by-step instructions. Whether it's ordering medical records for a workers' comp claim or preparing discovery responses, you keep cases moving forward on your own.
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Balances Empathy with Efficiency: You're warm and compassionate with injured workers and clients facing difficult legal matters while staying organized and productive. You know how to set boundaries professionally.
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Embraces Variety: You're genuinely energized (not exhausted) by switching between a workers' compensation medical record review, civil litigation discovery, and client intake calls in the same day—across different practice areas with different procedural requirements.
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Has a Head for Numbers: You're comfortable with calculations—whether it's workers' compensation benefit computations or financial tracking—and you double-check your work.
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Owns Their Work: When something goes wrong, you fix it and learn from it. You treat firm success as your own success.
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Thinks Systematically: You naturally create order from chaos and enjoy building processes that work across multiple case types. You embrace systems like Clio stages to maintain visibility and organization.
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Communicates Proactively: You keep attorneys, clients, and third parties informed without being prompted. You know when to escalate issues and when to handle them independently.
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Values In-Person Collaboration: You appreciate the benefits of working in an office environment—spontaneous collaboration, building relationships with clients and colleagues, and being a visible presence for the firm.
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Can Be a Firm Ambassador: You're comfortable representing the firm professionally in the Anchorage legal community, whether that's at the courthouse, paralegal association meetings, or local networking events.
About Company
The Law Office of Justin S. Eppler Law, LLC is a growing Anchorage-based firm specializing in probate and trust administration, estate planning, workers' compensation, and civil litigation. We're committed to providing exceptional legal services while building a sustainable, supportive work environment for our team.
We value autonomy, initiative, and team members who take ownership of their work—from first client contact through case resolution.
If you're looking for a firm where you can make a real impact (not just fill a seat), we want to meet you.
