Managing Attorney

Wintersteen Casarez; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Remote work options

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) + Employer Matching

Annual retreats

Employee referral program

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Internet Reimbursement if working home

Job summary

Wintersteen Casarez Law Corporation is seeking a Managing Attorney to oversee workers’ compensation defense from inception to final resolution while leading a team of attorneys and staff.

The role emphasizes mentorship, high-quality work product, and collaboration with insurers, employers, and firm leadership to drive successful outcomes and professional development across the team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Juris Doctor and be admitted to the California Bar.
• Minimum 5+ years of workers’ compensation defense experience.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and staff development skills.
• Proven research, negotiation, and drafting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of attorneys and staff.
• Oversee case strategy, litigation management, and quality work product.
• Manage defense of workers’ compensation from start to finish.
• Collaborate with leadership on staffing, workflow, and growth initiatives.

Skills

5+ years workers' compensation defense

Leadership and mentoring

Litigation management

Research and negotiation

Client service

Team collaboration

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degrees

Member of the State Bar of California, in good standing

Tools

Merus

Litify

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Full-time

Description

Wintersteen Casarez Law Corporation is looking for exceptional people to join our team and help grow our practice. Our firm is committed to providing a supportive work environment, where collaboration is encouraged and success is recognized and rewarded. We offer a friendly and supportive work environment. If you are looking for a change and a firm who cares, then we encourage you to apply.

Position Overview

The Managing Attorney will oversee the legal defense of workers’ compensation cases from inception to final resolution, including all aspects of discovery and litigation. In addition to handling an active caseload, the Managing Attorney will lead and mentor a team of attorneys, helping to ensure high-quality legal work, operational efficiency, and professional development across the team.

This leadership role works closely with insurance companies, employers, third-party administrators, firm leadership, and litigation teams to drive successful outcomes for clients while fostering a collaborative and high‑performing work environment. We are seeking a strong leader with 5+ years of workers’ compensation defense experience and demonstrated experience supervising or mentoring attorneys.

Requirements

• Manage and oversee a team of attorneys and legal staff
• Provide mentorship, training, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities for attorneys
• Oversee case strategy, litigation management, and legal work product to ensure quality and consistency
• Manage the legal defense of workers’ compensation cases from inception through final resolution
• Handle all aspects of discovery, depositions, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with firm leadership on workflow management, staffing, and departmental growth initiatives
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide exceptional client service
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and developing legal talent
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, procedures, and best practices

Benefits & Pay

• Competitive Salary with a structure for Bonus Opportunities
• Flexible/Time Off (FTO)
• Work Remotely
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, FSA
• Firm‑Sponsored Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) + Employer Matching after 6 months
• Accelerated Partnership Track
• Continuous Training/Learning
• End of the Year Party
• Employee Referral Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Internet Reimbursement if working remote
• Annual Attorney and Manager Retreat

About Us

WC Law Corporation is owned, operated and controlled by women. They are committed to providing their employees fair compensation, equal promotions, full inclusion and better career development opportunities. They promote equal opportunity for all by building a welcoming workplace that celebrates diversity among attorneys and staff. WC Law Corp believes in the principle that they will attract the finest individuals to serve their clients only if we actively seek talent from the entire spectrum of the community. The firm emphasizes a culture of inclusion regardless of gender, race, ethnic background, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability status. They take great pride in their commitment to fostering the leadership of men and women in our firm and support their hiring, retention, and promotion at all levels.

Work Environment

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work‑related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and speaking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

All candidates who are provided with an offer of employment must pass a background check prior to the first day of employment.

Wintersteen Casarez Law Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic makeup, marital status, military service, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degrees
• Member of the State Bar of California, in good standing
• Minimum 5+ years of workers’ compensation defense experience preferred
• Prior management, supervisory, or mentoring experience strongly preferred
• Superior research, analytical, and negotiating ability
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management abilities
• Commitment to proactive case management and client service
• Experience in Merus or Litify is preferred but not required
• Experience in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Teams preferred but not required

Salary Description

$85,000 - $225,000 per year