Workers Compensation Attorney

About the role

Morgan & Morgan is seeking an Attorney to join our growing Workers Compensation department in Nashville. The Workers Compensation Attorney will handle and support a heavy and complex caseload of cases from pre-litigation, litigation, trial prep, and trial.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of cases from pre-litigation to litigation
• Mostly handling the pre-suit side and assisting senior attorneys once the claim files suit
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions, and memorandum
• Guide clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports, and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualifications

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the State Bar Association
• Minimum 2+ years of workers compensation experience
• A plus to have experience on wage and hour claims
• Ability to manage a high volume of pre-litigation and litigation cases
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff.