Missouri Workers' Comp Defense Attorney — Hybrid/Remote

Protouch Staffing; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Protouch Staffing is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorney in Missouri. This role blends litigation, strategy, and client advisory work within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will handle defense matters through resolution, participate in hearings and appeals, and travel as needed while enjoying hybrid/remote flexibility and mentorship for career growth.

Qualifications

• Missouri-licensed attorney with workers' compensation defense experience.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Experience handling Missouri workers' compensation defense matters.
• Experience with depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with electronic case management systems and legal billing software.
• Willingness to travel for hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
• A portable book of business is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a workers' compensation defense caseload from initial assessment through resolution.
• Evaluate claims, develop defense strategies, and collaborate with colleagues on case development.
• Represent clients before the appropriate state workers' compensation division and applicable civil and appellate courts.
• Handle pretrial proceedings, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Conduct and defend depositions, including examinations of medical experts and other witnesses.
• Prepare litigation reports, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Maintain accurate electronic case files and billable time records.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments, strategy, and potential resolution.
• Conduct legal research and assess legal issues to support effective case outcomes.

Skills

Strong research, writing, analytical,沟

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Missouri law license in good standing

Tools

Electronic case management systems

Legal billing software

Legal research platforms

Job description

Protouch Staffing is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorney in Missouri. This role blends litigation, strategy, and client advisory work within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will handle defense matters through resolution, participate in hearings and appeals, and travel as needed while enjoying hybrid/remote flexibility and mentorship for career growth.