What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterans Benefits Paralegal position at Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban, P?
At Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban, we are proud to support veterans and their families in navigating the VA benefits process. Our team is committed to providing high-quality legal advocacy and ensuring that those who have served our country receive the benefits they deserve. We strive for excellence, compassion, and integrity in all aspects of our work.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Veterans Benefits Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with senior team members to advocate for veterans by preparing case documentation, communicating with clients and the VA, and managing claims and appeals.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research and review client files to support case development.
- Complete forms and releases with clients to obtain medical records, Social Security records, service records and other necessary records and information
- Draft and submit claims, appeals, and correspondence to the VA.
- Assist claimants in understanding and pursuing their VA benefits.
- Manage and prioritize a high-volume caseload, meeting deadlines and ensuring timely communication.
- Review VA decisions to verify all documents are present in client files.
- Maintain detailed case records using a case management system.
- Provide compassionate support and guidance to clients throughout the process.