Remote - Workers' Compensation Attorney

Orion Placement; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Remote Jobs is seeking a California-based workers’ compensation defense attorney for a fully remote role. You will manage California WC matters, develop strategic litigation plans, handle discovery and hearings, and provide clear client recommendations.

Applicants must be active in the California Bar with 1+ year of WC experience and possess strong writing and negotiation skills. Join a boutique California practice with supportive mentors, where you can grow your practice from anywhere in

Qualifications

• Active California Bar membership.
• 1+ year of California workers' compensation experience.
• Familiarity with California WCAB procedures and workers' compensation litigation.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage files and deadlines in a remote environment.
• Experienced and senior workers' compensation attorneys are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage California workers' compensation matters from file inception through settlement, dismissal, trial, or other resolution.
• Develop practical and proactive litigation strategies tailored to each client's goals.
• Handle discovery, depositions, hearings, conferences, negotiations, and WCAB appearances.
• Analyze medical, employment, and claim records and provide clear recommendations to clients.
• Negotiate settlements and pursue efficient resolutions while controlling litigation costs.
• Defend related issues including lien claims and Labor Code Section 132a matters when applicable.
• Maintain strong communication with clients and provide timely case status updates and reporting.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff while independently managing your assigned caseload.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Pay: $120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work fully remote from anywhere in California while joining a collaborative boutique practice.
• Enjoy a culture that genuinely prioritizes work life balance, reasonable billing expectations, and quality over volume.
• Receive meaningful training and mentorship designed to strengthen your litigation skills and accelerate your development.
• Manage interesting California workers' compensation matters for insurers, employers, third party administrators, PEOs, and staffing organizations.
• Gain ownership of your files while still having experienced attorneys and operational support behind you.
• Join a firm that welcomes both developing attorneys and experienced senior candidates looking for a long term home.

Location:

This is a fully remote opportunity open to attorneys located anywhere in California. Our team also operates from offices in Long Beach and Chico, giving attorneys the flexibility of remote work with the support of an established California practice.

Note: Candidates must be active members of the California Bar and have at least 1 year of California workers' compensation experience.

About Us

We are a boutique California law firm focused on workers' compensation defense and related employment matters. We represent insurers, employers, third party administrators, PEOs, staffing companies, and other businesses throughout California, combining proactive litigation strategy with responsive client service and cost conscious case management. We believe excellent legal work and a sustainable career can go hand in hand. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage California workers' compensation matters from file inception through settlement, dismissal, trial, or other resolution.
• Develop practical and proactive litigation strategies tailored to each client's goals.
• Handle discovery, depositions, hearings, conferences, negotiations, and WCAB appearances.
• Analyze medical, employment, and claim records and provide clear recommendations to clients.
• Negotiate settlements and pursue efficient resolutions while controlling litigation costs.
• Defend related issues including lien claims and Labor Code Section 132a matters when applicable.
• Maintain strong communication with clients and provide timely case status updates and reporting.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff while independently managing your assigned caseload.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar membership.
• 1+ year of California workers' compensation experience.
• Familiarity with California WCAB procedures and workers' compensation litigation.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage files and deadlines in a remote environment.
• Experienced and senior workers' compensation attorneys are encouraged to apply.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the flexibility to build your career from anywhere in California without sacrificing mentorship, training, or meaningful case responsibility. We emphasize manageable workloads, thoughtful case strategy, professional development, and a supportive boutique culture. Whether you are building your workers' compensation practice or bringing years of experience to the team, you will have room to grow, make an impact, and maintain the balance that makes a long term legal career sustainable.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance