Staff Counsel: Workers' Comp Litigation Lead

AmTrust Financial Services Inc.; Boston, Harrisburg (MA, Dauphin County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

AmTrust Financial Services Inc. seeks an experienced attorney to manage a caseload of workers’ compensation claims from inception to court in Massachusetts. Responsibilities include pre-trial discoveries, drafting pleadings, and presenting defense strategies in court, while aligning with AmTrust’s mission and values.

The role requires independent judgment and ongoing professional development. Qualified candidates hold a Massachusetts license, have strong knowledge of WC statutes, and possess 3+

Qualifications

• Massachusetts state license to practice law.
• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation statutes and its application.
• 3+ years of workers’ compensation litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Employer/Carrier before the Judge of Compensation Claims and present witnesses and evidence at hearings.
• Conduct legal research and develop defense strategies for workers’ compensation cases.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs in support of defense.
• Provide timely communications and legal advice to clients and claims professionals.
• Collaborate with WC claim and Law Departments on special projects.

Skills

Massachusetts license

Workers' compensation law

Litigation experience

Job description

AmTrust Financial Services Inc. seeks an experienced attorney to manage a caseload of workers’ compensation claims from inception to court in Massachusetts. Responsibilities include pre-trial discoveries, drafting pleadings, and presenting defense strategies in court, while aligning with AmTrust’s mission and values.

The role requires independent judgment and ongoing professional development. Qualified candidates hold a Massachusetts license, have strong knowledge of WC statutes, and possess 3+