Remote Workers' Comp Defense Associate Attorney (CA)

Pernini Legal, Inc.; Agoura Hills (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Bar dues and CLEs

Job summary

Pernini Legal, Inc. is seeking Associate Attorneys for its California-based workers' compensation defense practice. The role offers full remote work within California, with in-office presence optional and occasional travel for hearings.

The firm emphasizes attorney development, work-life balance, and a collaborative, technology-forward environment. Ideal candidates hold a JD or LLM from an accredited law school with excellent academics, CA bar in good standing, and 1–7 years of workers'

Qualifications

• JD or LLM from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing.
• 1-7 years of substantive workers' compensation defense experience REQUIRED.
• Experience representing employers and insurers in workers' compensation proceedings.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues and develop effective solutions.
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working in a paperless practice environment.
• Soft Skills: Proactive, client-focused professional with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers and insurers in workers' compensation matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations as required.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Manage caseloads efficiently while adhering to firm procedures and deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and clients to develop case strategy.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Time management

Tech-savvy

Client-focused

Communication

Education

JD or LLM from an accredited law school

Job description

Pernini Legal, Inc. is seeking Associate Attorneys for its California-based workers' compensation defense practice. The role offers full remote work within California, with in-office presence optional and occasional travel for hearings.

The firm emphasizes attorney development, work-life balance, and a collaborative, technology-forward environment. Ideal candidates hold a JD or LLM from an accredited law school with excellent academics, CA bar in good standing, and 1–7 years of workers'