Associate Attorney (Workers' Compensation Defense) - NorCA

Tom Trese; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Employer-paid bar dues

Ongoing training support

Job summary

A leading California-based law firm is seeking motivated Associate Attorneys for its Workers’ Compensation Defense practice. This role involves representing employers and insurers in a variety of matters while emphasizing attorney development and work-life balance. With competitive salaries ranging from $100,000 to $220,000 and a focus on mentorship, this firm offers a collaborative environment that values diversity and supports career growth.

Qualifications

• 1–7 years of substantive workers’ compensation defense experience required.
• Ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers and insurers in workers’ compensation matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations.

Skills

Strong legal research skills

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Client-focused approach

Communication skills

Proactive teamwork

Tech-savvy

Education

JD or LLM from an accredited law school

Active Bar Admission in California

Job description

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION DEFENSE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYS

Locations: CA (Sacramento/Roseville)

IN-OFFICE, REMOTE OPTIONAL

Our client, a leading California-based workers’ compensation defense law firm, is seeking motivated Associate Attorneys to join their Workers’ Compensation Defense practice. Position offers the opportunity to represent employers and insurers in a broad range of workers’ compensation matters while working in a collaborative, technology-forward environment that prioritizes attorney development and work-life balance.

Candidate Profile

• JD orLLM from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
• 1–7 years of substantive workers’ compensation defenseexperience REQUIRED
• Experience representing employers and insurers in workers’ compensation proceedings
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues and develop effective solutions
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working in a paperless practice environment
• Soft Skills: Proactive, client-focused professional with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

Key Responsibilities

• Represent employers and insurers in workers’ compensation matters
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations as required
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
• Manage caseloads efficiently while adhering to firm procedures and deadlines
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and clients to develop case strategy
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly-regarded workers’ compensation defense practice that has been nationally recognized for its workplace culture and commitment to its people. The firm has earned top-tier rankings across multiple respected platforms, including placement among the Top 20 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2025, Top 10 Fortune Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ 2025, and Top 50 2025 PEOPLE® Companies that Care. These distinctions reflect the firm’s longstanding dedication to supporting its attorneys both professionally and personally.

Attorneys in this practice benefit from robust mentorship and training programs designed to accelerate professional growth, build substantive expertise, and support long-term career development. The firm places a strong emphasis on collaboration, open communication, and continuous learning, ensuring that associates receive meaningful guidance and hands-on experience from experienced practitioners.

The firm is deeply committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where attorneys are valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. With a modern, technology-forward infrastructure and a culture that prioritizes balance, engagement, and advancement, this role provides an exceptional platform for associates seeking a stable, rewarding, and growth-oriented legal career.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Annual base salary expected to range from $100,000 – $220,000, based on experience and qualifications
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan
• Additional Benefits: Employer-paid bar dues, CLEs, and ongoing training support and additional perks

Application Requirements

Qualified candidates should submit a resume,cover letter,law school transcript, andwriting sample(10 pages max, substantially unedited by others) for consideration.

Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.

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