Senior Workers' Comp Defense Attorney

Goldman, Magdalin, Straatsma LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

STD/LTD insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Goldman, Magdalin, Straatsma LLP in California is seeking an Associate Attorney to handle workers’ compensation defense cases. You will evaluate merits, advise clients, review medical records, and negotiate settlements as needed.

The role involves managing a full caseload, drafting motions, preparing cases for trial, conducting discovery, and appearing in court. Candidates should have at least five years of experience and strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Should have at least5 yearsexperience in the defense of workers’ compensation cases.

Responsibilities

• Manages a full caseload of workers’ compensation cases of varying degrees of complexity.
• Creates litigation plans.
• Conducts discovery.
• Travels to court and other appearances.
• Tries cases while maintaining exceptional client interaction.
• Composes motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Prepares cases for trial.
• Communicates with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties to effectively represent clients.

Skills

Workers' compensation defense

Litigation

Negotiation

Client communication

Discovery

Job description

Goldman, Magdalin, Straatsma LLP in California is seeking an Associate Attorney to handle workers’ compensation defense cases. You will evaluate merits, advise clients, review medical records, and negotiate settlements as needed.

The role involves managing a full caseload, drafting motions, preparing cases for trial, conducting discovery, and appearing in court. Candidates should have at least five years of experience and strong negotiation and communication skills.