Workers Compensation Attorney

Reports to a Deputy General Counsel. Responsible for providing legal advice regarding worker's compensation claims and litigation under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) as extended by the Non-appropriated Fund Instrumentalities Act, and issues involving Occupational Safety and Health.

Responsibilities

• Represents the Exchange in various settings to include Federal Court, Department of Labor-Office of Workers' Compensation, and applicable OSHA venues.
• Analyzes established legislation, prepares legal documents, reviews agency policies, and advises management on legal matters.
• Oversees third-party claims administrator in relation to workers' compensation and related legal issues.
• Practices preventive law which may include developing and conducting educational sessions regarding prevention of litigation and recommends changes to policy.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Provides analysis of current and proposed laws and policy and provides counsel to leadership.

Qualifications

• Professional law degree (Juris Doctorate/JD) from a recognized and accredited law school.
• Member of the bar of the highest court of a state or the District of Columbia.
• Five years of legal experience in the Longshore & Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA) claims as a licensed and practicing attorney.

Additional Qualifications/Requirements

• Work – Onsite (HQ – Dallas, Texas)
• Relocation benefits may be authorized.