Hearing Representative (Workers' Compensation Defense)

Success Matcher Recruitment; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contribution

comprehensive medical/dental/vision

Life/Disability insurance

FSA

PTO

Job summary

Success Matcher Recruitment collaborates with a premier California legal firm specializing in workers' compensation defense. We seek hearing representatives to manage lien files and appear before WCAB judges, driving disputes toward prompt resolutions.

Ideal candidates will have 3–20 years of California WC defense experience, mastery of AMA Guides, and proven negotiation and drafting skills. This fully remote role offers stability and growth within a 30-year industry presence.

Qualifications

• 3–20 years of California Workers' Compensation defense experience specifically as a Hearing Representative.

Responsibilities

• Caseload Management: Independently handle lien files from initial review through final resolution, including medical record review and apportionment analysis.
• Disability Rating: Utilize the AMA Guides to accurately rate permanent disability.
• Litigation & Appearances: Represent insurance carriers, TPAs, and employers at Mandatory Settlement Conferences (MSC), Status Conferences, and Walk-Through settlements.
• Negotiation: Lead strategic negotiations with lien claimants to mitigate costs and close files.
• Legal Drafting: Prepare petitions, declarations, position statements, and settlement documents.

Skills

Hearing before WCAB

Lien management

AMA Guides

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Job description

Hearing Representative (Workers' Compensation Defense)

Job Openings Hearing Representative (Workers' Compensation Defense)

About the job Hearing Representative (Workers' Compensation Defense)

Success Matcher Recruitment is proud to partner with our client, a premier California legal firm that has defined excellence in workers compensation defense. With a reputation for aggressive advocacy and a "Great Place to Work" award streak spanning five consecutive years, our client offers a stable yet dynamic environment for legal professionals.

The Role

We are seeking high-caliber Hearing Representatives to manage a robust caseload of lien files. This is not a back-office role; you will be the face of the firm before WCAB judges, navigating complex medical-legal disputes and driving claims to an expedient resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Caseload Management: Independently handle lien files from initial review through final resolution, including medical record review and apportionment analysis.

Disability Rating: Utilize the AMA Guides to accurately rate permanent disability.

Litigation & Appearances: Represent insurance carriers, TPAs, and employers at Mandatory Settlement Conferences (MSC), Status Conferences, and Walk-Through settlements.

Negotiation: Lead strategic negotiations with lien claimants to mitigate costs and close files.

Legal Drafting: Prepare high-quality petitions, declarations, position statements, and settlement documents.

Qualifications

Experience: 3–20 years of California Workers Compensation defense experience specifically as a Hearing Representative.

Technical Expertise: Mastery of the AMA Guides and experience with substantive medical lien hearings (not just copy liens).

Advocacy: Proven track record of appearing before WCAB judges and arguing effectively on your feet.

Workflow: Proficiency in digital, paperless environments and strong written communication for client reporting.

Why Join Our Client?

True Remote Flexibility: Fully remote setup with provided equipment (laptop, monitors, keyboard).

Specialized Support: Work under a dedicated Hearing Rep Management team (Megan and Z)—you are a core part of the practice, not an afterthought.

Firm Stability: An established 30-year history with the momentum of a firm currently in a 20% growth phase.

Full Benefits

• 401(k) with employer contribution
• comprehensive medical/dental/vision
• Life/Disability insurance
• FSA
• PTO

Are you ready to join a firm where your expertise in lien resolution is backed by industry-leading resources?