Workers compensation attorney

Responsibilities

• Manage workers' compensation defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent clients at hearings, depositions, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Develop litigation strategies and evaluate claims throughout the life of each case.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, insurance carriers, and the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board.
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and other litigation-related documents.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Independently manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Meet monthly billable hour requirements while maintaining high-quality legal representation.
• Travel as needed for hearings and other litigation proceedings.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the California Bar.
• 2+ years of workers' compensation defense experience preferred (1 year may be considered for strong candidates).
• Experience handling hearings, depositions, and workers' compensation litigation matters.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple active cases and deadlines.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.