State Legal Counsel — Workers' Comp & Adjudication

Ohio BWC (official); Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) seeks a qualified attorney to preside over quasi-judicial hearings and provide legal guidance on compliance and fraud matters at the William Green Building in Columbus, OH. The role requires admission to the Ohio Bar and will involve extensive case preparation for IC hearings.

The candidate will advise state and county agencies, respond to inquiries, and draft legal memoranda on topics such as extraterritorial jurisdiction and workers’ compensation law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) required and admission to the Ohio Bar.

Responsibilities

• Presides over or represents BWC at quasi-judicial administrative hearings (IC and Adjudicating Committee).
• Advises business units on employer compliance and employer fraud matters.
• Prepares cases for IC hearings by reviewing files and researching legal issues.
• Provides legal advice to state agencies, the public, and government officials.

Skills

Attorney/Legal

Public Speaking

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) seeks a qualified attorney to preside over quasi-judicial hearings and provide legal guidance on compliance and fraud matters at the William Green Building in Columbus, OH. The role requires admission to the Ohio Bar and will involve extensive case preparation for IC hearings.

The candidate will advise state and county agencies, respond to inquiries, and draft legal memoranda on topics such as extraterritorial jurisdiction and workers’ compensation law.