Associate Attorney - Worker's Compensation Defense

About the role

A law firm in Westlake Village, CA is seeking an experienced full-time Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney with 1-3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of defending workers' compensation claims for benefits including medical, disability, impairment, increased benefits under LC 132a, coverage and employment defenses for clients including insurance companies, third party administrators and employer representatives.
• Manage caseload effectively.
• Manage discovery, prepare for and attend hearings/depositions, report on hearing, depositions, appearances, correspond as needed, file pleadings in response to applicants' claims filed, appear at WCAB, prepare correspondence to clients regarding status and updates of active claims, perform legal research and analyze cases, develop/recommend case strategy, develop plan of action, write briefs and pleadings, negotiate settlements.
• Perform administrative duties as they relate to the practice of law.

Requirements

• Strong litigation, verbal and writing skills.
• In good standing with the California Bar Association.

Skills

• Knowledge of workers' comp law.
• Ability to spot legal issues in other areas.
• Good judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Tech-savvy.
• Organizational skills.