Associate Attorney

City of Plant City; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

QSEHRA health insurance option

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

McDaniel Law Services, LLC is seeking an Attorney for its Workers’ Compensation Defense practice in Ohio. The role offers substantive experience, client interaction, and integral team involvement for a qualified attorney licensed in Ohio.

The attorney will manage cases, appear before the Industrial Commission and courts, draft pleadings, perform legal research, and assist with strategy and budgets. Domestic work is primarily in Ohio.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, writing and legal research abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.
• Interpersonal skills and commitment to client service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied litigation caseload and administrative proceedings.
• Represent clients before the Industrial Commission of Ohio and courts.
• Prepare for and attend hearings and court proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions and briefs.
• Review medical records and claim files; communicate with clients.
• Assist with case strategy and preparation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing and research

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Independent and collaborative

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Workers’ Compensation Attorney

McDaniel Law Services, LLC, is seeking an Attorney to join its Workers’ Compensation Defense practice. The position offers the opportunity to build substantive experience, work directly with clients, and become an integral member of the Firm’s Workers’ Compensation practice. Candidates must be licensed to practice law immediately in Ohio.

The Attorney will handle a variety of litigation matters and administrative proceedings. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing an assigned caseload; representing clients in matters before the Industrial Commission of Ohio and courts; preparing for and attending administrative hearings and court proceedings; conducting legal research; preparing litigation plans and budgets; drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents; reviewing medical records and claim files; communicating directly with clients; and assisting with all aspects of case strategy and preparation.

McDaniel Law is a women-owned law firm providing advisory, litigation and consultation services to Ohio Employers in workers’ compensation matters.

Qualifications

• Prior workers’ compensation experience is preferred, but candidates with relevant litigation, employment, insurance defense, or administrative hearing experience are encouraged to apply
• Excellent analytical, writing, legal research, organizational, and communication skills are required
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing responsive, high-quality client service
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Ohio and in good standing

McDaniel Law is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Wage Transparency

In accordance with applicable laws and regulations, as of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current scale range for this position is $102,000 - $127,500 annually based on a 1,700 billable hour requirement. Placement in the range will be determined based on factors such as internal equity, market data, and the candidate’s experience and skills.

Benefits

• performance-based bonuses
• a QSEHRA health insurance option
• 401(k)
• paid time off

Remote work setting – (some in-person administrative and court appearances may be required)

For more information about our firm, visit: mcdaniellaw.com.

This job posting is a general description of the types of responsibilities that are required of an individual in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of the responsibilities, duties and skills that may be required for the position.