Defense Attorney (Workers' Compensation)
Job details:
- Workers compensation Defense Attorney (Fully remote)
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Maira Gonzales
Why this role?
- You'll represent employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators across the full lifecycle of workers' comp cases — from investigation through hearings, trials, and appeals.
- You'll advise clients and build strategic defense plans aimed at the best possible outcomes.
- You'll conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- You'll dig into complex medical and legal records to build strong case positions.
- You'll communicate with clients, opposing counsel, judges, and other stakeholders.
- You'll negotiate settlements and advocate hard for clients' interests.
- You'll stay sharp on changes in workers' comp law and adjust strategy accordingly.
- You'll engage in ongoing CLE and professional development.
What you'll be doing:
- Representing clients at every stage of workers' comp litigation — investigations, depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
- Advising clients and building strategic defense plans aimed at the best possible outcomes.
- Conducting legal research and drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Digging into complex medical and legal records to build strong case positions.
- Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, judges, and other stakeholders.
- Negotiating settlements and advocating hard for clients' interests.
- Staying sharp on changes in workers' comp law and adjusting strategy accordingly.
- Engaging in ongoing CLE and professional development.
What you bring:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Active California State Bar membership
- 1-15 years of workers' compensation defense experience
- Strong grasp of CA workers' comp laws and regulations
- Sharp analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload
- A track record of strong case outcomes
- Comfort with legal research tools and case management software
- Independent and collaborative working style
Bonus points for:
- Experience representing a mix of clients from large corporations to small businesses
- Trial experience in workers' comp matters
- Bilingual skills (Spanish is a big plus)
Job Details
Salary: $100,000 - $250,000 per year
A bit about us: We're working with a top California firm looking to add a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to their growing team. Whether you're a few years in or a seasoned pro with over a decade of experience, this role offers real flexibility they're open to candidates anywhere from 1 to 15 years in workers' comp defense.
Why join us?
- $150,000–$250,000 base, depending on experience
- Full benefits: health, dental, vision
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous PTO and holidays
Job Details
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