Associate - Workers' Compensation

CIPRIANI & WERNER PC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Paid time off

Mentorship opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Work-Life balance

Job summary

Cipriani & Werner P.C. seeks a Workers’ Compensation Associate Attorney for its Pittsburgh office. You will join a growing team and handle research, drafting, and client-facing responsibilities in a high-volume practice.

The ideal candidate has a JD and PA license, with several years of workers’ compensation experience; in-person attendance is required and travel to hearings is expected. The firm offers a strong benefits package and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active PA license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on workers’ compensation issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and related agreements.
• Represent clients in hearings and court settings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Maintain required billable hours and manage caseload.

Skills

Legal research

Legal drafting

Court appearances

Client management

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

ProLaw

Excel

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 Pittsburgh Office in Mt. Lebanon, PA is looking for a Workers’ Compensation Associate Attorney 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.
• 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, and trial when and where necessary.

Position Requirements

• Must have a JD degree from an ABA-approved law school and maintain an active license in good standing in Pennsylvania.
• 3 years of direct PA Workers’ Compensation experience preferred; The ability to handle all aspects of the workers' compensation litigation process 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
• Mentorship opportunities
• Collaborative and welcoming work environment
• Work-Life balance

This is an in-person position that will include day travel to hearings and depositions. Overnight travel not regularly expected.

The compensation range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 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.