Senior Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney — Hybrid

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies - Workers Compensation Division; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 173,390 - 211,620; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Manageable Caseloads

Paid Time Off

Group Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program

Job summary

A national insurance group is seeking an experienced workers' compensation defense attorney to join its in-house legal department in Sacramento, California. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience defending such cases, along with a solid understanding of California law and excellent communication and negotiation skills. This role offers manageable caseloads, no billable hours requirement, and a hybrid work option. Competitive salary between $173,390 and $211,620 annually, along with comprehensive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience defending workers' compensation cases.
• Strong understanding of California workers' compensation law.
• Proven communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Join the in-house legal department to defend workers' compensation cases.
• Collaborate with adjusting staff for consultations.
• Provide training and one-on-one consultation opportunities.

Skills

California workers' compensation law

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Deposition skills

Litigation skills

Trial experience

Education

Law degree (JD or LLM) from an accredited law school

Active California State Bar membership

Job description

A national insurance group is seeking an experienced workers' compensation defense attorney to join its in-house legal department in Sacramento, California. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience defending such cases, along with a solid understanding of California law and excellent communication and negotiation skills. This role offers manageable caseloads, no billable hours requirement, and a hybrid work option. Competitive salary between $173,390 and $211,620 annually, along with comprehensive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.