Senior WC Defense Trial Attorney - Remote

Jonus Group; Fresno (CA); Remote; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings options

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Jonus Group seeks a Senior Trial Attorney - Workers' Compensation Defense in California to manage complex WC litigation, advise on claims strategy, and mentor peers. This senior role focuses on defending California workers' compensation claims, with remote/hybrid flexibility and opportunities to influence a claims program.

You will lead depositions, hearings, and strategic filings, while guiding junior attorneys and collaborating with claims professionals to achieve favorable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required.
• Active State Bar of California in good standing.
• At least 7 years defending workers' compensation claims in California.
• Experience handling complex trial-level litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Strong research, negotiation, and oral/written advocacy skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and defend complex workers' compensation cases through the California administrative process.
• Represent clients in hearings before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB).
• Conduct depositions and prepare case reports.
• Draft pleadings and motions; develop litigation strategies.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior attorneys and claims staff.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage claims outcomes.

Skills

Trial experience

Deposition experience

Legal research

Mentoring/Training

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Jonus Group seeks a Senior Trial Attorney - Workers' Compensation Defense in California to manage complex WC litigation, advise on claims strategy, and mentor peers. This senior role focuses on defending California workers' compensation claims, with remote/hybrid flexibility and opportunities to influence a claims program.

You will lead depositions, hearings, and strategic filings, while guiding junior attorneys and collaborating with claims professionals to achieve favorable outcomes.