Workers' Compensation Attorney

Successful law firm seeks an attorney to defend Workers Compensation cases in Illinois and Missouri to join our St Louis MI office. 

Essential Job Functions:

        Gathering medical evidence and medical records

        Taking depositions of the claimant physicians medical experts and other parties

        Conducting discovery

        Performing legal research

        Remaining current with developments in the law

        Drafting pleadings findings of fact motions briefs opinions and other legal documents

        Litigating cases before a workers compensation judge or referee

        Represent the interests of the employer or insurer at hearings trials depositions oral arguments mediations arbitrations and other proceedings

        Communicate with claims representatives

        Monitor loss run reports for trends and increases and alerts management to concerns

        Assist with the investigation of accidents and problem areas

        Manage workers compensation costs to reduce liability

        Compile and submit reports required by company management

        Coordinate and attend claims reviews

        Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company

        Other related duties as assigned to EEO guidelines.

Qualifications :

        J.D. and Missouri or Illinois bar license

        Working knowledge of legal principles and depth knowledge of local state and federal laws and regulations

        Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology

        Outstanding organizational interpersonal research and administrative skills

        Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure

        Must have the ability to work as part of a team as well independently

        Organization Planning Attention to Detail and Dependability

        Firm and Client Confidentiality required

Additional Information :

Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Critical Illness Accident Group Term life Voluntary term life STD LTD 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match and paid time off.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time