Defense WC Attorney: Complex Cases & Settlements

Haight Brown & Bonesteel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Haight, Brown & Bonesteel LLP, a well-established civil defense litigation firm, seeks an attorney for its Workers’ Compensation practice. Position available in Los Angeles or other CA offices (Irvine, San Diego, Walnut Creek, Sacramento).

The candidate will handle all aspects of WC litigation, including depositions, WCAB appearances, and negotiations of cases and liens, with a base salary of $155,000–$195,000 plus a $20,000 annual bonus for high billable-hour performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in workers' compensation litigation on defense or applicant side.
• Familiarity with WCAB procedures and California WC laws.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of workers' compensation litigation, including depositions and appearances at WCAB.
• Take responsibility for cases of varying complexity.
• Communicate effectively with clients and develop strategies for efficient resolutions.
• Negotiate and settle cases and liens; draft pleadings and reports.
• Depose applicants and physicians.

Skills

WC litigation experience

Deposition experience

Job description

Haight, Brown & Bonesteel LLP, a well-established civil defense litigation firm, seeks an attorney for its Workers’ Compensation practice. Position available in Los Angeles or other CA offices (Irvine, San Diego, Walnut Creek, Sacramento).

The candidate will handle all aspects of WC litigation, including depositions, WCAB appearances, and negotiations of cases and liens, with a base salary of $155,000–$195,000 plus a $20,000 annual bonus for high billable-hour performance.