Senior Workers’ Compensation Attorney — Hybrid (Atlanta)

Jobot; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Bonus Structure

Hybrid Schedule

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Workers' Compensation Attorney to join our Atlanta firm. Join a collaborative team handling complex workers' compensation matters, developing effective case strategies, and representing clients before boards.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, strong advocacy, and commitment to ethical practice. The role offers hybrid schedule, permanent placement, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission and good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.
• 3+ years of attorney experience handling workers compensation matters.
• Strong understanding of workers compensation statutes, administrative procedures, and evidentiary requirements.
• Excellent legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize competing demands, and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong client-service mindset and commitment to ethical practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of workers compensation matters from initial evaluation through resolution, maintaining accurate files and meeting all deadlines.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice on claims, benefits, liability, settlement options, and litigation strategy.
• Represent clients before the Workers Compensation Board and other applicable administrative or judicial bodies.
• Prepare and review pleadings, motions, briefs, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analyze medical records, employment documentation, witness testimony, and other evidence to assess case strengths and risks.
• Handle hearings, depositions, conferences, negotiations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Develop case strategies aligned with client objectives and applicable law.
• Communicate proactively with clients, opposing counsel, medical professionals, insurers, and other stakeholders.
• Evaluate settlement opportunities and negotiate resolutions while protecting client interests.
• Stay current on developments in workers compensation law, board procedures, and relevant regulations.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Case management

Client service

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Workers' Compensation Attorney to join our Atlanta firm. Join a collaborative team handling complex workers' compensation matters, developing effective case strategies, and representing clients before boards.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, strong advocacy, and commitment to ethical practice. The role offers hybrid schedule, permanent placement, and a comprehensive benefits package.