Subrogation & Civil Defense Attorney — Workers' Comp

Goldman, Magdalin, Straatsma LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman, Magdalin, Straatsma LLP is a well-established defense firm in California, seeking an Associate Attorney to manage a full caseload in workers' compensation subrogation and civil litigation. The role emphasizes litigation planning, discovery, and client communication.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of related experience and are prepared to handle court appearances, motions, and trial preparation in a dynamic California practice.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in workers' compensation subrogation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages a full caseload of cases of varying degrees of complexity.
• Creates litigation plans.
• Creates budget plans, if necessary.
• Conducts discovery.
• Travels to court and other appearances.
• Tries cases while maintaining exceptional client interaction.
• Composes motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Prepares cases for trial.
• Communicates with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties to effectively represent clients.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Skills

Case management

Litigation planning

Discovery

Negotiation

Client communication

Court appearances

Legal writing

Job description

Goldman, Magdalin, Straatsma LLP is a well-established defense firm in California, seeking an Associate Attorney to manage a full caseload in workers' compensation subrogation and civil litigation. The role emphasizes litigation planning, discovery, and client communication.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of related experience and are prepared to handle court appearances, motions, and trial preparation in a dynamic California practice.