Remote CA Workers' Comp Defense Attorney - Growth & Impact

Orion Placement; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible spending options

Annual bonus opportunity

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a California-based workers' compensation defense attorney to manage a full caseload with supervision from seasoned attorneys. This remote role requires CA Bar admission and 2+ years of CA workers' compensation experience.

You will open files, develop litigation strategies, and communicate with clients and opposing counsel. The position offers a competitive salary, remote flexibility within California, and a supportive team focused on long-term career growth and

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of California workers compensation law experience.
• Experience managing workers compensation matters and litigation responsibilities.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and a full caseload.
• Genuine interest in building a long-term career with an established defense practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of California workers compensation defense matters with varying levels of complexity.
• Open new files, evaluate claims, and develop effective litigation plans and case strategies.
• Conduct written discovery, depositions, investigations, and other case development activities.
• Prepare for and make appearances before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board.
• Communicate directly with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and other parties throughout each matter.
• Draft persuasive legal correspondence, pleadings, reports, and settlement documents.
• Evaluate exposure and provide practical recommendations designed to move cases toward effective resolution.
• Maintain organized files, deadlines, reporting requirements, and litigation calendars.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support professionals while independently driving assigned matters forward.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Deadline management

Caseload management

Education

Active California Bar license

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking a California-based workers' compensation defense attorney to manage a full caseload with supervision from seasoned attorneys. This remote role requires CA Bar admission and 2+ years of CA workers' compensation experience.

You will open files, develop litigation strategies, and communicate with clients and opposing counsel. The position offers a competitive salary, remote flexibility within California, and a supportive team focused on long-term career growth and