Associate Attorney – Iowa Workers’ Compensation Defense

Caswell, Plager & Westerhold, LLC; Ashland (NE); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote and office schedule

Job summary

Caswell, Plager & Westerhold, LLC (CPW Law) seeks an Iowa Associate Attorney to join its workers’ compensation defense team. The ideal candidate has 2–3+ years of legal experience and admission to the Iowa Bar, with a track record in civil litigation or insurance defense.

The firm offers a competitive salary and a flexible remote/office schedule, with opportunities to build a long-term practice alongside seasoned workers’ compensation attorneys.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Admission to the Iowa Bar in good standing is required.
• 2–3+ years of legal experience, preferably in workers’ compensation, insurance defense, or civil litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Iowa workers’ compensation matters from inception through resolution.
• Analyze claims, medical records, and other case materials.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, discovery, motions, and case assessments.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Evaluate claims and exposure and negotiate settlements.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and paralegals to effectively manage cases and meet deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Caseload management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Caswell, Plager & Westerhold, LLC (CPW Law) is seeking an Iowa Associate Attorney with at least 2–3 years of legal experience to join our growing workers’ compensation defense practice.

CPW Law is a women-owned law firm focused exclusively on workers’ compensation defense in Nebraska and Iowa. We are seeking an attorney interested in building a long-term practice and becoming an integral part of our collaborative team. CPW Law offers a competitive salary, a flexible remote and office work schedule, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced workers’ compensation attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Iowa workers’ compensation matters from inception through resolution.
• Analyze claims, medical records, and other case materials.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, discovery, motions, and case assessments.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Evaluate claims and exposure and negotiate settlements.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and paralegals to effectively manage cases and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Iowa Bar and in good standing.
• 2–3+ years of legal experience, preferably in workers’ compensation, insurance defense, or civil litigation.
• Strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while working effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to client service.

Why CPW Law?

CPW Law offers a competitive salary, a flexible remote and office work schedule, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced workers’ compensation attorneys. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your cases, develop strong client relationships, and grow your practice within a supportive and collaborative firm.