Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

About the role

An award winning full‑service defense firm with decades of experience handling claims for companies within Federal Workers Compensation (Defense Base Act and Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation) seeks an Associate Attorney with experience with Defense Base Act and or Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation to clients in all aspects of workers compensation defense, with a focus on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation.
• Conduct thorough case analyses, develop strategic litigation plans, and manage all stages of the litigation process, from investigation, pleadings and discovery to pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and agreements.
• Advocate for clients in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure the efficient and effective handling of cases.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting workers compensation, and advise clients accordingly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including networking, speaking engagements, and other initiatives to attract new clients and strengthen existing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
• 1-5 years of experience as a Workers Compensation Attorney, with a focus on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation.
• Proven expertise in federal workers compensation and workers compensation defense.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal ethics and professionalism.
• Proficiency in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Pay

$100,000 - $160,000 per year