Junior Associate Attorney — Workers’ Comp & OSHA Defense

Orion Placement; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement in Nevada is seeking a junior attorney for a defense-side practice focusing on workers’ compensation, OSHA, subrogation and related regulatory matters. The role offers mentorship, training, and opportunities for growth in a specialized, client-focused team.

The position can sit in Carson City or Las Vegas with initial on-site training and a path to hybrid work. The ideal candidate has a J.D., Nevada Bar in good standing, and 0–4 years of experience, plus strong writing and

Qualifications

• J.D. and Nevada Bar in good standing.
• 0–4 years of attorney experience ideal.
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and deadline-driven.
• Experience with billing or case management software is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in workers’ compensation, industrial insurance, OSHA, subrogation, and related matters
• Appear in court, at hearings, and before agencies
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and other case-related documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law
• Develop case strategy with senior attorneys and move files forward efficiently
• Maintain organized case files using case management software
• Communicate with clients and build long-term relationships
• Manage deadlines and billing expectations in a fast-paced practice

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

J.D./Nevada Bar

Tools

Case management

Billing software

Job description

Orion Placement in Nevada is seeking a junior attorney for a defense-side practice focusing on workers’ compensation, OSHA, subrogation and related regulatory matters. The role offers mentorship, training, and opportunities for growth in a specialized, client-focused team.

The position can sit in Carson City or Las Vegas with initial on-site training and a path to hybrid work. The ideal candidate has a J.D., Nevada Bar in good standing, and 0–4 years of experience, plus strong writing and