Senior Partner — Workers’ Compensation Defense

Jobot; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Bonus Opportunities

Retirement Contribution

Excellent Benefits

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Partner specializing in workers' compensation defense to join our reputable firm in Raleigh, NC. The candidate should bring a portable book of business with 50+ transferrable case files and a proven defense track record.

The role involves representing clients in all stages of workers' compensation litigation, developing defense strategies, negotiating settlements, and managing a high volume of cases from inception through resolution.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in North Carolina.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in workers' compensation defense.
• Portable business with a minimum of 50 transferrable case files.
• Proven track record of successful defense strategies and case resolutions.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to handle a high volume of cases and work under pressure.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Representing clients in all stages of Workers' Compensation litigation.
• Developing and implementing defense strategies and negotiating settlements.
• Handling a high volume of cases from inception through resolution.
• Conducting legal research and analysis, drafting pleadings and motions.
• Providing legal advice to clients, interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations.
• Participating in trials, depositions, arbitrations, mediations, and hearings.
• Working closely with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure cases are handled efficiently.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of Workers' Compensation laws and regulations.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, judges, and opposing counsel.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Research and writing

Team player

Integrity and ethics

Under pressure

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Partner specializing in workers' compensation defense to join our reputable firm in Raleigh, NC. The candidate should bring a portable book of business with 50+ transferrable case files and a proven defense track record.

The role involves representing clients in all stages of workers' compensation litigation, developing defense strategies, negotiating settlements, and managing a high volume of cases from inception through resolution.