Remote Workers' Comp Defense Associate (CA)

Pernini Legal LLC; Agoura Hills (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid bar dues

CLEs and training support

Electronics reimbursement

Automobile reimbursement

Job summary

Pernini Legal LLC in California is seeking Associate Attorneys for a Workers' Compensation Defense practice, offering remote work with optional in-office attendances and occasional travel for hearings. 1–7 years of experience required; candidate will represent employers and insurers in WC matters in a collaborative, tech-forward setting.

Excellent mentorship, growth opportunities, and a culture that values balance and development are emphasized.

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, collaborative 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

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLM from an accredited law school

Active California Bar Admission

Job description

Pernini Legal LLC in California is seeking Associate Attorneys for a Workers' Compensation Defense practice, offering remote work with optional in-office attendances and occasional travel for hearings. 1–7 years of experience required; candidate will represent employers and insurers in WC matters in a collaborative, tech-forward setting.

Excellent mentorship, growth opportunities, and a culture that values balance and development are emphasized.