Associate Attorney - Workers Compensation

BCG Attorney Search; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Paid time off

401K retirement plan with employer

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. The successful candidate will manage cases from intake to resolution, maintaining diligent advocacy and clear client communication.

Requirements include a Juris Doctor degree, active Minnesota bar membership in good standing, strong writing and verbal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with a legal team.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota in good standing.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Good work ethic, attention to detail, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Litigate workers compensation claims from intake through resolution.
• Draft, serve, file, and argue motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Conduct client interviews, provide legal counsel, and maintain consistent client communication.
• Handle discovery, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, trial preparation, and trial.
• Communicate and collaborate with co-workers, including attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Manage and track case deadlines to ensure timely progress and filings.
• Perform other assignments as needed to support the legal team.

Skills

Legal writing

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Workers Compensation in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. The successful candidate will manage cases from intake to resolution, ensuring diligent advocacy and client communication throughout the process.

Duties

• Litigate workers compensation claims from intake through resolution.
• Draft, serve, file, and argue motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Conduct client interviews, provide legal counsel, and maintain consistent client communication.
• Handle discovery, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, trial preparation, and trial.
• Communicate and collaborate with co-workers, including attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Manage and track case deadlines to ensure timely progress and filings.
• Perform other assignments as needed to support the legal team.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota and in good standing with the bar.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Good work ethic, attention to detail, and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of previous experience in workers compensation.
• Background in customer service or client-facing roles.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Suite (Office, Outlook, and Excel).
• Self-starter with ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota.

Skills

• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off/Vacation
• 401K retirement plan with employer match once eligible