Remote Workers' Comp Defense Attorney | Litigation & Strategy

Jobot; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a highly skilled Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join our dynamic team. This remote role handles diverse workers' compensation defense matters, civil litigation, fraud, and employment-related issues for employers.

The ideal candidate will manage a high-volume caseload with independence and strong problem-solving abilities. Requirements include a JD, CA Bar admission, and at least 3 years in workers' compensation defense, civil litigation, or employment law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in workers' compensation defense, civil litigation, OR employment law.
• Proven track record of successfully defending clients in workers' compensation cases.
• Strong knowledge of workers' compensation laws and regulations, civil litigation procedures, and employment laws.
• Experience in handling insurance coverage issues, fraud investigations, and labor law issues.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts in understandable terms.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Proficiency in using legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of workers' compensation cases, from inception through resolution.
• Develop and implement defense strategies, conduct discovery, take and defend depositions, draft and argue motions, and represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on complex issues related to workers' compensation, employment law, labor law, and insurance coverage.
• Handle all aspects of civil litigation, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and representing clients in court.
• Investigate and defend against fraud claims.
• Advise clients on employment law issues, including wrongful termination, harassment, and ADA compliance.
• Assist in the development and revision of employee handbooks to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in workers' compensation laws and regulations.
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, including timely updates on case status and legal advice in understandable terms.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient and effective case management.

Skills

Legal research

Oral & written communication

Caseload management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Civil litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Legal research software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Jobot is seeking a highly skilled Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join our dynamic team. This remote role handles diverse workers' compensation defense matters, civil litigation, fraud, and employment-related issues for employers.

The ideal candidate will manage a high-volume caseload with independence and strong problem-solving abilities. Requirements include a JD, CA Bar admission, and at least 3 years in workers' compensation defense, civil litigation, or employment law.