Lead Plaintiff Workers' Comp Attorney

Jobot; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an attorney to handle a plaintiff-side workers' compensation caseload in a high-volume, client-focused practice. In this role, you will take ownership from intake through resolution, appearing at hearings, developing strategy, and driving cases forward with minimal supervision.

You will manage complex files with a small support team, ensuring client communication and strategic advocacy in a structured litigation setting.

Qualifications

• Experience handling workers' compensation matters on the plaintiff side.
• Comfortable appearing in hearings and managing case progression independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple active files simultaneously.
• Prior experience supervising or working closely with support staff is preferred.
• Bilingual language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at administrative hearings, conferences, and trials.
• Evaluate cases, identify legal issues, and develop case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and case-related reports.
• Negotiate settlements and communicate with opposing counsel and carriers.
• Manage a full caseload with support from legal assistants and case management staff.
• Guide and oversee support staff to ensure efficient case progression.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients regarding case status and expectations.

Skills

Workers' compensation experience (plai

Hearing appearances

Written and verbal communication

Deadline and multi-file management

Supervising staff experience

Bilingual (bonus)

Education

Active California Bar license

Job description

Jobot is seeking an attorney to handle a plaintiff-side workers' compensation caseload in a high-volume, client-focused practice. In this role, you will take ownership from intake through resolution, appearing at hearings, developing strategy, and driving cases forward with minimal supervision.

You will manage complex files with a small support team, ensuring client communication and strategic advocacy in a structured litigation setting.