Associate Attorney

GGRM Law Firm; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

GGRM Law Firm in Las Vegas seeks a Workers’ Compensation Associate Attorney to manage and litigate cases, engaging clients and opposing counsel with professional advocacy. The role emphasizes accurate CMS documentation, timely communication, and strategic case management within Nevada’s workers’ compensation system.

The ideal candidate holds a Nevada bar license, a JD from an ABA-accredited school, and strong drafting and analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Nevada State Bar license in good standing.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and litigate assigned workers' compensation cases.
• Oversee case documentation and CMS entries with daily updates.
• Coordinate with clients, adjusters, and healthcare providers.
• Prepare and argue legal motions and hearings.
• Develop litigation plans and trial strategies as needed.

Skills

Legal drafting

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

MS Office proficiency

CMS familiarity

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Job description

Description

Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Join GGRM Law Firm, Nevada's premier injury law firm in Las Vegas, NV, as a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney and make a significant impact on the lives of those who have been injured. If you enjoy interacting with clients and are committed to providing excellent and compassionate representation, we invite you to join our team.

For over 55 years, GGRM Law Firm has been a cornerstone of the Las Vegas community, dedicated to serving injured Nevadans by achieving maximum recovery and restoration. Being an employee at GGRM means being part of a supportive and team-oriented workplace where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We provide a flexible schedule that allows employees to choose their arrival time within a two-hour window, supporting a balance of personal and professional commitments. Join us and help continue our proud tradition of excellent service to our community.

Salary Range

• $150,000 - no experience required.
• $175,000 - 3+ years of experience as an Attorney, no workers' compensation experience required.
• $200,000 - 5+ years of experience as an Attorney and workers' compensation experience is required
• 1% - 4% bonus based on fee splitting of generated revenue

Position Summary

A Workers’ Compensation Attorney is responsible for the direction, management, and litigation of all assigned cases.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ensuring case management software (CMS) feed is cleared daily
• Ensuring completion of all assigned tasks by relevant due dates
• Ensuring proper documentation of all assigned cases in CMS
• Ensuring emails are cleared daily
• Monitoring and managing the progress of all assigned cases
• Establishing, reviewing, and updating case plan as necessary
• Facilitating weekly meetings with assigned Claim Specialists to ensure each claim is reviewed at least once per month
• Facilitating weekly meetings with assigned Litigation Specialist to prepare for pending hearings
• Completing Initial 72-hour Contacts with new clients
• Completing Quarterly Meaningful Client Contact (QMCC)
• Identifying and addressing issues that arise
• Monitoring and managing all communication and correspondence with insurance adjusters, third party administrators, medical providers, and other relevant parties
• Overseeing and directing the completion of routine communication and correspondence
• Drafting all non-routine correspondence (anything other than general templates)
• Reviewing actual and de factor determinations to ensure case goals and objectives are met
• Directing and ensuring the timely appeal of all issues where appropriate
• Monitoring and managing the litigation of all assigned cases
• Establishing, reviewing, and updating litigation plans as necessary
• Determining and directing the legal arguments and evidence to be presented
• Overseeing and ensuring client communication on all relevant issues in litigation
• Attending hearings and making legal arguments to vigorously advocate for assigned clients
• Participating in administrative staff meetings and leadership team meetings
• Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited institution by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctor degree and a specialization in law or any related field
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada and in good standing with the Nevada State Bar
• A valid Nevada driver’s license, valid driver’s insurance, and proof of driving record
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques, legal terminology, and government regulations
• Excellent legal drafting, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, fax machine, printer, scanner, computer
• Ability to work with databases and online technological platforms, such as a CMS
• Ability to be detail-oriented, diligent, and flexible
• Ability to handle conflicting time demands and focus on task completion with little direction or need for supervisory follow-up
• Proficient command of the English language in both oral and written format
• Ability to work and maintain patience with diversified individuals of various backgrounds and professional competencies
• Committed to maintaining integrity and confidentiality on behalf of clients and the Firm

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in workers’ compensation litigation
• Demonstrated case analysis ability and a track record of proven settlement skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

GGRM Law Firm provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.