Associate Attorney (Workers Compensation Defense)

Kelley Kronenberg; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health coverage

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Kelley Kronenberg’s West Palm Beach office is seeking an Associate Attorney to join a compact Workers’ Compensation Defense unit. You’ll work closely with the Managing Partner on strategy, with responsibilities spanning hearings, depositions, and case development.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of defense litigation experience, and a workers’ compensation background is preferred but not required. Hybrid/remote flexibility is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of defense litigation experience, with a preference for workers’ compensation background.
• Juris Doctor degree and active Florida Bar admission in good standing.
• Strong legal judgment, writing ability, and ability to manage a docket independently.

Responsibilities

• Caseload ownership from intake to resolution with day-to-day autonomy.
• Collaborate with Managing Partner to shape litigation strategy and case theory.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and depositions.
• Review medical records and evidence to build defense positions.
• Maintain proactive client communication with carriers and employers.

Skills

Legal writing

Case management

Litigation strategy

Client communications

Docket management

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Associate Attorney – Workers’ Compensation Defense

Location: West Palm Beach, Florida (remote flexibility possible for the right candidate)

About the Opportunity

Kelley Kronenberg’s West Palm Beach office is looking for an Associate Attorney to join a small, high-performing Workers’ Compensation Defense unit. Because the group is compact, you’ll work in close, regular contact with the Managing Partner — not just for case sign-off, but for real strategy conversations that sharpen your skills faster than a larger department typically allows. We’re looking for a litigator with at least two years of defense litigation experience; a workers’ compensation background is preferred but not required for someone ready to build deep expertise in the practice.

Your Responsibilities

• Caseload Ownership: Manage a defense caseload from intake through resolution with day-to-day autonomy.
• Strategy Development: Partner directly with the Managing Partner to shape litigation approach and case theory.
• Court Appearances: Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and depositions.
• Case Analysis: Review medical records and evidence to build well-supported defense positions.
• Client Communication: Maintain proactive contact with clients, carriers, and employers as matters progress.

Required Education & Experience

• Experience: At least 2 years of defense litigation experience; workers’ compensation experience strongly preferred.
• Licensure: Juris Doctor and active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Skills: Sound legal judgment, strong writing ability, and confidence managing a docket independently.
• Collaboration: Comfort working in a small, tightly connected team where input from leadership is frequent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience specifically in workers’ compensation defense.
• Openness to a hybrid or remote work arrangement when the caseload allows.

Why This Role Is Different

This is a rare opportunity to work in close proximity to firm leadership early in your career. As part of a small unit, you’ll get consistent one-on-one time with the Managing Partner, exposure to high-level strategy, and a clear track for advancement as you take on more responsibility. We back that opportunity with a competitive salary and bonus structure, employer-paid health coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, generous PTO, and the flexibility to work remotely when your role and caseload support it.

All inquiries will be kept confidential.

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Kelley Kronenberg is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.