Remote Partner — Workers’ Comp Defense Attorney

Goodwin Recruiting; Riverside (CA); Remote; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home flexibility

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney at the Partner level to join a California-based practice. The ideal candidate enjoys building a practice, developing client relationships, and guiding the firm’s future direction with a meaningful voice.

With an established California presence, the role emphasizes continued growth, client development, and strategic leadership.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license is required.
• Experience level: 5–9 years in a legal role, with workers’ compensation defense preferred.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a high-volume setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload of workers’ compensation defense matters.
• Attend required court appearances per caseload.
• Lead business development efforts to grow the firm.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and status reports.
• Support depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Communicate with clients, insurance carriers, employers, and third‑party administrators.

Skills

Litigation

Court appearances

Business development

High-volume practice management

Education

Active California Bar license

5-9 years of legal experience

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney at the Partner level to join a California-based practice. The ideal candidate enjoys building a practice, developing client relationships, and guiding the firm’s future direction with a meaningful voice.

With an established California presence, the role emphasizes continued growth, client development, and strategic leadership.