Hybrid Workers’ Comp Defense Attorney (Associate)

Jobot; Cape Fear (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is hiring a Workers’ Compensation Defense Associate Attorney to join its growing practice. This hybrid role offers opportunities across multiple Southeast locations and focuses on representing insurers, employers, and other clients in workers’ compensation matters.

The ideal candidate will have a J.D., active bar admission, and strong litigation, writing, and client-management skills. A background in insurance-defense and a track record in handling complex claims is preferred.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in the applicable state.
• Prior workers’ compensation or insurance-defense experience preferred.
• Litigation experience strongly valued.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage an active caseload and multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication and client-management skills.
• Interest in developing a long-term workers’ compensation defense practice.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers, insurers, and third-party administrators in workers’ compensation matters.
• Manage claims from initial referral through resolution.
• Conduct depositions.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Draft motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Review medical records and evaluate causation and damages.
• Develop case strategy and provide recommendations to clients.
• Communicate regularly with carriers, employers, and insured clients.
• Negotiate settlements and assist with trial/hearing preparation.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong legal writing

Analytical skills

Client management

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active bar admission in applicable state

Job description

Jobot is hiring a Workers’ Compensation Defense Associate Attorney to join its growing practice. This hybrid role offers opportunities across multiple Southeast locations and focuses on representing insurers, employers, and other clients in workers’ compensation matters.

The ideal candidate will have a J.D., active bar admission, and strong litigation, writing, and client-management skills. A background in insurance-defense and a track record in handling complex claims is preferred.