Associate-Sr Attorney Hybrid or 100% remote

Jobot; San Francisco (CA); Híbrido; USD 140.000 - 220.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Descripción de la vacante

Jobot is seeking an Associate Attorney to handle workers' compensation defense matters in our California offices. You will manage a defense caseload from assignment through resolution, represent clients before the California WCAB, and handle depositions, motions, and hearings.

Remote/Hybrid options are available. Ideal candidates hold a JD, are admitted to the California Bar, and have experience in California WC law.

Formación

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar membership in good standing.
• Experience defending workers' compensation in California.
• Solid understanding of California Labor Code and WCAB procedures.
• Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a workers' compensation defense caseload through resolution.
• Represent employers, insurers, and self-insured clients before WCAB.
• Take depositions of applicants, physicians, experts, and other parties.
• Prepare and argue motions, petitions, and trials.
• Attend hearings, conferences, mediations, and settlements.
• Analyze medical records, reports, and legal documents.
• Develop litigation strategies and provide risk assessments.

Conocimientos

Litigation management

Legal research

Communication skills

Time management

Educación

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Herramientas

Legal research platforms

Case management software

Descripción del empleo

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Job details:

Established Law firm seeks Associate Attorneys (Workers Compensation defense) multiple offices State wide Remote/Hybrid options

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Aaron Erickson

Salary: $140,000 - $220,000 per year

A bit about us:

Law firm focused primarily on the defense of workers compensation defense claims!

Our firm delivers legal services in the workers' compensation arena, supporting a broad range of organizations including risk managers, insurers, and claims administrators. We are dedicated to delivering strategic, detail-oriented advocacy, emphasizing legal insight, strong preparation, and clear communication.

Lowest Billables and the best Bonus structure in the Market and OUT of STATE Attorneys welcomed!

Why join us?

Great Flexibility to work remote and out of State/Country!

• Health insurance- Multiple plans Kaiser and Anthem Blue Shield
• Life insurance
• Paid time off- no need to make up billable hours
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Manage a workers' compensation defense caseload from assignment through resolution.
• Represent employers, insurance carriers, and self-insured clients before the California Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB).
• Conduct depositions of applicants, physicians, expert witnesses, and other parties.
• Prepare and argue motions, petitions, and trials.
• Attend hearings, conferences, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Analyze medical records, expert reports, and legal documentation.
• Develop litigation strategies and provide risk assessments to clients.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients, claims professionals, and opposing counsel.
• Draft pleadings, legal correspondence, discovery, and settlement documents.
• Stay current on California workers' compensation laws, regulations, and case law developments.

Qualifications

Required

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Experience practicing workers' compensation defense in California.
• Strong understanding of California Labor Code and WCAB procedures.
• Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and case management software.

Preferred

• Experience handling matters throughout multiple WCAB venues.
• Trial experience before the WCAB.
• Insurance defense or employment litigation experience.
• Spanish language proficiency.
• Experience working in a remote legal environment.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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