Workers Compensation Attorney (Remote)

Workers Compensation Attorney

Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a growing workers compensation defense law firm. They are building the firm of the future with an employee-centric model. The founding partners come from large WC defense firms and we seek to create something more modern and collegial. Our model is designed for low-volume cases allowing our experienced attorneys to achieve the best results for our clients.

This is a full-time Remote Attorney role with no obligation to work in the office. All at-home office equipment will be provided. However the attorney is required to travel for in-person appearances such as depositions walkthroughs expedited hearings and trials. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling workers compensation defense cases throughout Southern California. We have a competitive compensation package and offer full benefits. We offer one of the industrys leading bonus structures for our employees.

Responsibilities:

• Handle a caseload of workers compensation defense cases for various clients with a very active support staff (2:1 assignment ratio)

• Manage a caseload of workers compensation defense cases with dedicated support staff.

• Conduct legal research and develop defense strategies.

• Represent employers insurers and third-party administrators in hearings trials and appeals.

• Draft pleadings motions and settlement agreements.

• Assess claims advise clients on exposure and liability and negotiate settlements.

• Ensure compliance with workers compensation laws and stay updated on legal changes.

• Participate in mediation and dispute resolution.

• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of California Workers Compensation law

• 2 - 10 years of experience in workers compensation defense litigation

• Ability to work independently and remotely

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Admission in good standing to the State Bar of California

• Experience taking an applicants deposition and taking/defending a doctors deposition

• Experience appearing for all WC hearings (status conference priority conference MSC and lien conference).

• We do not require that the candidate have taken a case through trial; we are looking for a candidate who has prepared a case for appearance at trial. We understand that a majority of the time cases are settled before or on the day of trial.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Compensation: $110000 - $215000 Additional Bonuses (D.O.E.)

• Bonuses are paid out quarterly

• The most expansive and diverse compensation structure of any WC defense firm

• Medical Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• 401(k) with up to 4% match

• Commuter benefits

Location:

• Fully Remote

• Must reside in California

• Admission in good standing to the State Bar of California

Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward