Associate Attorney - Workers Compensation Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with matching

In-house training & CLE

Hybrid work environment

Commuter benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Attorney in Oakland, CA, with 1–4 years of workers' compensation defense experience. The role offers remote work with occasional in-person appearances in Oakland, San Francisco, or San Jose.

The attorney will manage their own caseload, depending on experience, and contribute to the firm’s success. You will work independently, communicate with clients effectively, and develop strategies for efficient case resolution while handling all aspects of

Qualifications

• 2–7 years of workers' compensation experience preferred.
• Valid CA Bar License required.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for cases at all levels of complexity.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Develop strategies for efficient case resolution.
• Negotiate and settle cases-in-chief and liens.
• Draft pleadings and reports.
• Handle all aspects of workers' compensation litigation.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Written communication

Caseload management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Oakland, CA, with one to four years of experience in workers' compensation defense. The role offers the flexibility of remote work, with occasional in-person appearances in Oakland, San Francisco, or San Jose. The attorney will manage their own caseload, depending on experience, and contribute to the firm's success.

Duties

• Assume responsibility for cases at all levels of complexity.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Develop strategies for efficient case resolution.
• Negotiate and settle cases-in-chief and liens.
• Draft pleadings and reports.
• Handle all aspects of workers' compensation litigation.

Requirements

• 2-7 years of workers' compensation experience preferred.
• Valid CA Bar License.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and manage a caseload.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• 401k Plan with matching.
• Extensive in-house training and CLE.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Commuter benefits.