Associate Attorney – Workers’ Compensation

Jones Jones; West Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Jones LLC, a leading insurance defense law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for their Workers’ Compensation team. The role involves representing clients before the NY Workers’ Compensation Board, managing cases, and developing litigation strategies. Ideal candidates will have a JD, NY Bar admission, and 3+ years of law firm experience, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar required.
• 3+ years’ experience in a law firm setting.
• Ability to manage cases from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Attend hearings before the NY Workers’ Compensation Board.
• Conduct depositions of IME and treating physicians.
• Draft appeals, rebuttals, and summations.

Skills

Client service mindset

Time and case management

Strong collaboration and communication

Critical thinking and legal strategy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

About Jones Jones LLC

Jones Jones LLC is a leading insurance defense law firm with over 100 years of proven success. We specialize in workers’ compensation defense, no-fault litigation, subrogation, loss transfer, and construction claims. With offices in New York and New Jersey, our firm is built on four pillars: Experience, Innovation, Efficiency, and Excellence. We pride ourselves on delivering strategic, results-driven legal services that help our clients achieve meaningful outcomes. Join a team that values collaboration, mentorship, and high performance.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our Workers’ Compensation team. You’ll represent insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers before the New York Workers’ Compensation Board, while managing your own caseload and developing litigation strategy.

What You’ll Do

• Attend hearings before the NY Workers’ Compensation Board
• Conduct depositions of IME and treating physicians
• Draft appeals, rebuttals, and summations
• Develop negotiation strategies and settle claims
• Communicate case updates to clients and adjusters
• Prepare witnesses and strategize for favorable outcomes

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar
• 3+ years’ experience in a law firm setting
• Ability to manage cases from start to finish
• Strong writing, communication, and analytical skills

Preferred:

• Knowledge of NY Workers’ Compensation Law
• Experience in workers’ compensation defense

Skills That Matter

• Client service mindset
• Time and case management
• Strong collaboration and communication
• Critical thinking and legal strategy

In Your First 6 Months, You Will:

• Build strong knowledge of NY Workers’ Compensation procedures
• Develop confidence representing clients before the Board
• Manage your own caseload with growing autonomy
• Strengthen relationships with clients and colleagues
• Make a measurable impact on client outcomes

Why Join Us

• Be part of a modern firm reimagining workers’ comp defense
• Work in a supportive, team-driven culture
• Learn from some of the most respected attorneys in the field
• Contribute from day one and grow your legal career

Apply today to join a firm with over a century of success and a future focused on innovation.

Salary Description

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00