CA Workers’ Comp Attorney — Lead Applicant Practice

Australia-Employment; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO

Paid holidays

Covered parking

Job summary

Jobot is a California employees’ rights law firm based in Los Angeles, serving statewide, and represents workers with on-the-job injuries. This on-site Workers' Compensation Attorney position is in Los Angeles or Newport Beach, CA, with opportunities to build a growing applicant-side practice and strong team support.

You'll handle all phases of WC litigation, collaborate with case managers, and negotiate settlements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from accredited law school and active membership in the California Bar.
• Significant experience in California workers’ compensation litigation—ideally at least 3-5 years (or more) of running WC files, hearings and settlements on behalf of plaintiffs.
• Proven advocacy skills before WCAB or related forums; comfort with hearings, expert testimony, depositions and settlement negotiations.
• Ability to manage a docket, collaborate with support staff (paralegals, hearing reps, case managers) and meet deadlines in a busy litigation environment.
• Strong writing, negotiation, research and client-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent injured workers in California workers’ compensation matters from intake through hearings and settlements.
• Handle all phases of litigation: drafting pleadings, attending hearings, taking depositions, negotiating settlements, collaborating with case managers and assistants.
• Develop case strategies, manage discovery and work-ups, interact with expert witnesses and opposing counsel.
• Build client relationships, maintain communication, and deliver high-quality advocacy on behalf of clients who may be navigating complex and stressful systems.
• Work alongside a team of case managers and hearing representatives to ensure efficient handling of files and optimal client outcomes.

Skills

Advocacy

Writing

Negotiation

Research

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor

Active California Bar

Job description

Jobot is a California employees’ rights law firm based in Los Angeles, serving statewide, and represents workers with on-the-job injuries. This on-site Workers' Compensation Attorney position is in Los Angeles or Newport Beach, CA, with opportunities to build a growing applicant-side practice and strong team support.

You'll handle all phases of WC litigation, collaborate with case managers, and negotiate settlements.