Work Comp Attorney

Evans & Dixon, LLC · Kansas City, MO · 1 mo ago

LegalFull-time

About the Role

Evans & Dixon is seeking a Workers' Compensation Attorney for its Kansas City office. The firm is looking for an attorney with 3 to 5+ years of experience who possesses strong litigation and administrative skills and is eager to apply them. The position offers the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced Workers' Compensation Attorneys, investigate medical research and records, and collaborate with a team on a multitude of cases. Successful candidates will demonstrate a durable work ethic, superior multitasking ability, and thrive in a fast‑paced, intellectually stimulating environment. The role provides valuable real‑world legal experience in state and federal courts throughout the Midwest.

Responsibilities

Collaborate side‑by‑side with experienced attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants as part of a team.
Conduct legal research on workers' compensation matters and stay current with new developments in the law.
Interact directly with clients daily, building unique client relationships.
Handle depositions, mediations, conferences between claimants and judges, and court appearances.
Draft pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience working in a law firm.
Working knowledge of workers' compensation laws and procedures.
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage and track a high‑volume caseload with multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Ability to work efficiently with corporate professionals.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

Active license to practice law in Kansas and Missouri.
Law degree from an ABA‑accredited law school.
Prior experience in the legal field (as noted above).

Benefits