Associate - Workers' Compensation

CIPRIANI & WERNER PC; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Collaborative work environment

Work-Life balance

Job summary

Cipriani & Werner P.C.'s Atlanta Office in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Associate to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a JD from an accredited law school and an active Georgia license, 2–4 years of litigation experience, and a preference for Workers’ Compensation Defense work.

This is a hybrid position offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, researching issues, representing clients in hearings,

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active Georgia license.
• 2–4 years of relevant litigation experience (judicial clerks considered).
• Experience in Workers’ Compensation Defense work preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
• Self-motivated with excellent time management, strong organizational and communication skills; able to work as part of a high-volume team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Maintain billable hours as necessary.
• Manage client relationships and a caseload with supervision.
• Assist in motion practice, conferences, mediations, and trials as needed.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Georgia Bar license

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

ProLaw

Excel

E-document management software

Job description

Cipriani & Werner is a multidisciplinary law firm. We have long been recognized as a firm that seeks to understand the needs and interests of our clients. From that point forward, we strive to deliver results that are expected by our clients.

The Atlanta Office in Alpharetta, GA is looking for a Workers’ Compensation Associate to join our growing team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Maintain billable hours as necessary.
• Manage client relationships and a caseload with supervision.
• Assist in the representation of clients in motion practice, conferences, mediations, and trial when and where necessary.

Position Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and an active license in good standing in Georgia.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in litigation (judicial clerks will be considered).
• Experience in Workers’ Compensation Defense work preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
• Must be a self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills with the ability to work as a team member in a high-volume fast paced work environment.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. offers a comprehensive benefit package. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Collaborative and welcoming work environment
• Work-Life balance

This is a hybrid position.

The salary range for this position is $95,000-$135,000 and represents C&W’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, included but not limited to experience and qualifications.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.