Strategic Claims Attorney for Workers’ Comp

State of Montana; East Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State Fund is seeking a Claims Attorney to lead litigation and provide strategic legal guidance across forums including the Montana Department of Labor & Industry, the Workers’ Compensation Court, and the Montana Supreme Court. You will shape litigation strategy, interpret Montana law, and advise internal teams to deliver fair, customer-centered outcomes.

The role is based onsite in Helena, MT with occasional remote work. A J.D.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree with license to practice law in Montana.
• Interest in Montana’s workers’ compensation laws.
• Strong litigation and analytical skills with a client focus.

Responsibilities

• Represent MSF before multiple forums (DLI, WC Court, MT Supreme Court).
• Develop and implement litigation strategies with claims examiners.
• Interpret statutes and court decisions; provide strategic legal training.

Skills

Litigation

Legal analysis

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Montana State Fund is seeking a Claims Attorney to lead litigation and provide strategic legal guidance across forums including the Montana Department of Labor & Industry, the Workers’ Compensation Court, and the Montana Supreme Court. You will shape litigation strategy, interpret Montana law, and advise internal teams to deliver fair, customer-centered outcomes.

The role is based onsite in Helena, MT with occasional remote work. A J.D.