Staff or Senior Staff Attorney, Workers' Compensation

The Hartford; Brea (CA); Remote; USD 114,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation. The position offers an exciting remote work opportunity with travel for court appearances across California. Candidates should have a JD, relevant experience, and a team-oriented mindset.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Business casual environment

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Workers' Compensation cases.
• Licensed to practice in California.
• Trial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal issues and develop legal strategies.
• Prepare pleadings and motions independently.
• Manage cases efficiently, including courtroom preparations.

Skills

Legal Research

Writing Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Tools

MS Office

LexisNexis

Job description

Staff or Senior Staff Attorney, Workers' Compensation

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Remote type: 100% Remote

Locations: Brea, CA; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Job requisition id: R2521295

Overview

We’re committed to making a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that offers more than just coverages and policies. Working here provides opportunities to achieve your goals and help others do the same. Join us as we help shape the future.

We offer an exciting, inclusive work environment where your work matters and customer focus is paramount. The Senior Staff Attorney and Staff Attorney roles are in-house positions managing a caseload of Workers’ Compensation cases, appearing before the California Workers' Compensation Boards in Orange County, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Pomona, and Long Beach, California.

Our team fosters a collaborative learning environment with onsite appearances in partnership with our Attorney Staff. We are dedicated to personal growth and providing excellent customer service. We also offer continuous learning opportunities, including acting as a CLE provider throughout the year! If you are passionate about law and enjoy working within a matrixed business environment with direct interaction with Claims Partners and insureds, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive legal research, and develop well-reasoned legal strategies.
• Independently create and present defense strategies.
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and briefs supporting defense strategies with autonomy.
• Partner with Claims Partners to achieve optimal results for our insureds.
• Provide effective and timely legal advice and communication to clients.
• Communicate professionally with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.
• Manage cases efficiently and effectively, including preparing witnesses and evidence for trials and hearings.
• Research, draft, file, and argue appellate briefs.
• Participate in team meetings and provide in-house training to junior staff.
• Participate in claims reviews and ongoing legal education to maintain expertise.

Qualifications

Staff Attorney:

• Minimum 3 years of experience handling complex Workers’ Compensation cases.
• JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in California.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; LexisNexis experience is a plus.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.

Senior Staff Attorney:

• Minimum 5 years of experience handling complex Workers’ Compensation cases.
• JD from an accredited law school and licensed in California.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; LexisNexis experience is a plus.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.

Additional Information

This position is remote, but the selected candidate will travel 1-4 days per week within Orange County, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Pomona, and Long Beach, California, depending on court openings.

We offer flexible work arrangements and a business casual environment.

Compensation

The annual base pay range is $114,800 - $192,000, based on market analysis and experience. Compensation may include bonuses and incentives. Actual pay will depend on performance, skills, and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce.