Workers' Compensation Attorney

Miller Johnson is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join our Medical Recovery Practice Group in our Grand Rapids office. This is a unique opportunity to work on the healthcare provider side of workers’ compensation, representing healthcare systems in recovering and managing claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload of workers’ compensation matters on behalf of healthcare providers
• Represent clients at hearings across West Michigan, including Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Okemos
• Counsel hospitals and healthcare systems on claim strategy, recovery, and compliance
• Communicate with insurance carriers and adjusters, including drafting requests for reconsideration relating to payment disputes
• Communicate regularly with insurance companies, third-party administrators, and client stakeholders
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses related to workers’ compensation issues
• Track and manage case activity, including maintaining organized records and utilizing basic data tools (e.g., Excel)
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff while maintaining ownership of assigned matters

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission (or eligibility for admission) to the Michigan Bar
• 1–5 years of legal experience preferred; workers’ compensation experience is a plus but not required
• Open to candidates with backgrounds in workers’ compensation, insurance defense, employment law, or general litigation
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Strong work ethic with a proactive, “roll-up-your-sleeves” mindset
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with clients and external stakeholders
• Willingness to work in-office in Grand Rapids

Culture and Benefits

At Miller Johnson, our culture is anchored in our Core Values and how we work together:

Who We Are

• Integrity and Candor – We speak the truth
• Down to Earth – We stay humble and real
• Grit – We push through and get it done
• Committed to Excellence – We raise the bar
• Committed to Impact – We lift others up

How We Work

• Entrepreneurial Mindset – We think like owners
• Down to Business – We move fast and stay practical
• Rooted and Invested – We build lasting trust

We are committed to fostering an exceptional work experience that includes a healthy work-life balance and an inclusive culture that values uniquely talented team members. We offer:

• Competitive wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• Annual performance reviews
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• 401(k)-retirement plan