Attorney - Workers' Compensation

Carpenter, McCadden & Lane, LLP; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan contributions after 1y

Mentorship from experienced attorneys

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Carpenter, McCadden & Lane, LLP seeks an attorney to join its workers' compensation defense team in the Harrisburg area. The role starts remotely and will transition to in-person as a Central PA office is established.

You will interface with clients through active litigation and educational programs, gaining valuable courtroom experience early in your career. The position offers opportunities for professional development, mentorship from experienced attorneys, and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and admission to the PA, WV, or NJ bar
• Strong academic record and excellent communication abilities
• Commitment to client service and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to workers' compensation law
• Assist senior attorneys with pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and medical experts
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations, virtually or in-person
• Collaborate to develop case strategies and maintain organized files
• Stay current on developments in workers' compensation law

Skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Client service mindset

Professionalism

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. degree from accredited law school

Job description

Carpenter, McCadden & Lane, LLP is a regional defense law firm serving employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in workers' compensation litigation in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and New Jersey.Workers' compensation is an administrative law practice that allows newly admitted attorneys to gain experience in the courtroom early in their careers.With offices conveniently located in the suburbs of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, CML has been defending clients for over 20 years. CML is looking to expand its team with a new office in the Harrisburg area.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an attorney to join our workers' compensation defense team in the Harrisburg area. While this position will initially be primarily remote, it will transition to an in-person position as we look to establish a Central PA office. As a workers' compensation defense attorney, you will have ample opportunities to interface with clients directly, both through active litigation of cases and through educational programs.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to workers' compensation laws and regulations
• Assist senior attorneys in preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and medical experts
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations both virtually and in-person
• Collaborate with team members to develop case strategies and tactics
• Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation
• Stay up to date on developments in workers' compensation law

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Expected Admission to the state (PA, WV, or NJ) bar
• Strong academic record
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Commitment to professionalism and client service
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and paid time off(retirement plan contributions after one year)
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement in the areas of client development, leadership, and independent case management
• Mentorship from experienced attorneys

Questions:

Please feel free to submit any questions via email [e-mail].

Carpenter, McCadden & Lane, LLP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Join our team and embark on a fulfilling legal career in workers' compensation defense!