Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Jobot; New Orleans (LA); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Workers Compensation Associate Attorney in New Orleans with a focus on Defense Base Act and Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation. The ideal candidate will handle complex federal and state workers compensation matters, provide strategic legal counsel, and manage a high volume caseload with autonomy.

Requirements include a JD from an accredited school, bar admission in good standing, 1–5 years of relevant experience, and strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar in good standing.
• 1-5 years of experience as a Workers Compensation Attorney focusing on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation.
• Proven expertise in federal workers compensation and workers compensation defense.
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Commitment to high standards of legal ethics and professionalism.
• Proficiency in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsabilités

• Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation in all aspects of workers compensation defense, focusing on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation.
• Conduct thorough case analyses, develop litigation plans, and manage all stages of litigation from investigation to appeal.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and agreements.
• Advocate for clients in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to ensure efficient handling of cases.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws and trends affecting workers compensation and advise clients accordingly.
• Build and maintain client relationships, providing exceptional service and satisfaction.
• Contribute to business development through networking, speaking engagements, and client relationship building.

Connaissances

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Advocacy

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Ethical standards

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in good standing

Outils

Legal research software

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Job details

An award winning full‑service defense firm with decades of experience handling claims for companies within Insurance Defense

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Chris De Armas

Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us

An award winning full‑service defense firm with decades of experience handling claims for companies within Federal Workers Compensation (Defense Base Act and Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation) seeks an Associate Attorney with experience with Defense Base Act and or Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation

Why join us

An award winning full‑service defense firm with decades of experience handling claims for companies within Federal Workers Compensation (Defense Base Act and Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation) seeks an Associate Attorney with experience with Defense Base Act and or Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation

Job Details

We are actively seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and motivated Workers Compensation Associate Attorney with a focus on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation. This role is a unique opportunity to join a thriving team and handle a diverse array of complex legal matters. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in Defense Base Act, longshore and harbor workers compensation, federal workers compensation, and workers compensation defense. This position will require a proactive individual who can handle high-stakes cases with autonomy and integrity, providing the highest level of service to our clients.

Responsibilities

1. 1. Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation to clients in all aspects of workers compensation defense, with a focus on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation.
2. 2. Conduct thorough case analyses, develop strategic litigation plans, and manage all stages of the litigation process, from investigation, pleadings and discovery to pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
3. 3. Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and agreements.
4. 4. Advocate for clients in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
5. 5. Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure the efficient and effective handling of cases.
6. 6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting workers compensation, and advise clients accordingly.
7. 7. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring client satisfaction.
8. 8. Contribute to business development efforts, including networking, speaking engagements, and other initiatives to attract new clients and strengthen existing client relationships.

Qualifications

1. 1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. 2. Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
3. 3. 1-5 years of experience as a Workers Compensation Attorney, with a focus on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation.
4. 4. Proven expertise in federal workers compensation and workers compensation defense.
5. 5. Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
6. 6. Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and work independently, with minimal supervision.
7. 7. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
8. 8. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
9. 9. Commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal ethics and professionalism.
10. 10. Proficiency in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

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