Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

This Jobot Job is hosted by Christina Finster.

About us

We are a well-respected California workers’ compensation defense firm. We defend all aspects of workers’ compensation claims for employers, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and municipalities. Known for being aggressive, detail-oriented, and providing cost-effective managed litigation with a strong ethical core, we believe in innovation, teamwork, and pushing for excellence in every case.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of defense in workers’ compensation matters—from intake and investigation, through discovery, depositions, trials, and settlement negotiations.
• Represent clients in cases involving Labor Code § 132a, serious & willful misconduct allegations, etc.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court documents with precision.
• Work closely with clients (employers, carriers, administrators, municipalities) to counsel them on risk, strategy, and liability.
• Liaise with medical experts, investigators, adjusters, and court personnel.
• Stay up-to-date on changes in California workers’ compensation law and practice.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in Workers’ Compensation Defense.
• Must be based in California.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Base salary of $165,000–$210,000 per year, with origination and additional hours bonuses that directly reward your impact.
• Employer-contributed health, dental, and life insurance designed to support you and your family.
• Fully remote work with true flexibility to manage your schedule.
• Accelerated career growth opportunities in a growing, ambitious firm.
• Minimum of 200 billable hours per month, with bonus upside beyond that.
• Local focus with most work concentrated in LA County; minimal travel required (nearly all depositions handled via Zoom).
• Leadership opportunity in Northern California for attorneys looking to step into a leadership track.