Workers Compensation Attorney

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a full docket of workers' compensation cases representing employers, carriers, and third-party administrators from inception through resolution.
• Prepare and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and trial briefs; handle hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials in workers' compensation forums and related courts.
• Develop defense strategies based on factual and legal analysis; evaluate claims, identify coverage defenses, and recommend litigation or settlement approaches to clients.
• Counsel clients on claims handling, subrogation, vocational rehabilitation, return-to-work issues, and compliance with applicable statutes and regulations.
• Negotiate settlements and structure agreements that protect client interests while minimizing liability and cost.
• Work closely with claims adjusters, medical experts, vocational evaluators, and outside counsel to investigate cases, obtain medical records, and build evidence-based defenses.
• Maintain accurate case files, timelines, and billing records; meet firm and client reporting requirements and key performance metrics.
• Stay current on changes in workers' compensation law, relevant case law, and regulatory developments; provide training or seminars to clients and colleagues as needed.
• Participate in business development activities, including client meetings, proposals, and networking to grow the workers' compensation practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in the state(s) of practice.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of litigation experience, with substantial experience defending workers' compensation claims preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in workers' compensation law, including hearings, trials, and appellate matters.
• Strong litigation skills: motion practice, discovery, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy.
• Excellent analytical, research, and written and oral communication skills; ability to present complex legal concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with claims handling processes, insurance defense strategies, medical terminology, and vocational rehabilitation issues.
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and a client-service orientation; proven success working collaboratively with claims teams and outside experts.
• Willingness to travel to hearings and client sites as required; ability to participate in business development and client relationship-building activities.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Bar dues and CLEs
• In-house mentoring program