Defense Base Act Associate Attorney | Growth & Training

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier PLLC is seeking new associates licensed in Louisiana to handle Defense Base Act docket work. Applicants should draft petitions, review medical and employment records, and communicate with clients and the Department of Labor in a timely manner.

The role requires excellent legal research and writing skills, teamwork, and the ability to think strategically and analytically. Experience in drafting pleadings and taking depositions is valued.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Louisiana.
• Experience with Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act issues is a plus.
• Strong research and writing skills with the ability to draft pleadings, discovery, and motions.

Responsibilities

• Handle docket involving Defense Base Act claims, draft petitions, and communicate with clients, DOL, and opposing counsel in a timely manner.
• Review and summarize claims documents, medical records, incident reports, and employment files.
• Prepare client reports on schedule and participate in DOL conferences to resolve files.
• Communicate clearly with clients about DBA and related matters; take/defend depositions and assist with hearings as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Job description

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier PLLC is seeking new associates licensed in Louisiana to handle Defense Base Act docket work. Applicants should draft petitions, review medical and employment records, and communicate with clients and the Department of Labor in a timely manner.

The role requires excellent legal research and writing skills, teamwork, and the ability to think strategically and analytically. Experience in drafting pleadings and taking depositions is valued.