Worker's Compensation Defense Attorney

gpac; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac in Philadelphia seeks an experienced workers' compensation defense attorney to join a Philadelphia-based firm. The attorney will manage a defense-side caseload for employers, insurers, and third-party administrators, handling matters from intake through resolution, and coordinating pleadings, motions, and discovery.

This position requires Pennsylvania Bar admission or willingness to obtain, and a minimum of one year of workers' compensation defense experience with strong litigation,

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of workers' compensation defense experience.
• Pennsylvania Bar admission preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong litigation, negotiation and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage defense-side workers' compensation caseload for employers, insurers, and TPAs.
• Prepare pleadings, motions and discovery.
• Appear at hearings and mediations (remote or in-person).
• Develop case strategy, draft opinions, and advise clients on exposure and settlement.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Written communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Seeking an experienced workers' compensation defense attorney to join a Philadelphia based firm. The attorney will manage a caseload of defense-side workers' compensation claims for employers, insurers, and third-party administrators in Florida, handling matters from intake through resolution; prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery; appear at hearings and mediations (remote or in-person); develop case strategy, draft legal opinions, and advise clients on exposure and settlement; and communicate with clients, adjusters, and medical providers while meeting billable and performance targets and maintaining organized case files. Pennsylvania Bar admission is preferred (or willingness to obtain), with a minimum of one years' workers' compensation defense experience and strong litigation, negotiation, and written communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.