Worker's Compensation Insurance Defense Attorney

Liberty Mutual Insurance; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Mutual is seeking a remote Workers' Compensation Attorney to handle cases, conduct depositions, and represent clients at hearings. The role offers a supportive environment with flexible time off and performance bonuses, emphasizing work/life balance.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

20 days of flexible time off

Pension plan

401(k) with matching contributions

Qualifications

• Membership in the California Bar required.
• At least one year of experience as an attorney.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise legal strategies for cases.
• Appear before workers’ compensation boards and conduct depositions.
• Research applicable law and draft legal documents.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Tools

Legal technology

Job description

The typical starting salary range for this role ($90,000 - $100,000) is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. The full salary range reflects the competitive labor market value across the national market and offers opportunities for growth as employees develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual include a compensation plan with commission and/or bonuses, which vary based on multiple factors.

Description

At Liberty Mutual, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal services to our customers worldwide, upholding policyholders' rights, and positively impacting our business.

We have an exciting opportunity for a remote (with occasional travel to venues) Workers' Compensation Attorney. You will handle a caseload of workers’ compensation matters, conduct depositions, and represent Liberty Mutual and its policyholders at WC hearings in California. You will also interact with Liberty Mutual’s Workers’ Compensation claims organization.

As an attorney at Liberty Mutual, you’ll join a diverse team that values work/life balance and offers benefits including performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off, personal holidays, a pension plan, and a 401(k) with matching contributions. If you're looking to build a long-term career while making a positive difference, consider joining our legal team to represent Liberty Mutual and our policyholders.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and revise legal strategies for discovery, investigation, handling, and trial/hearing of cases using Litigation Protocols.
2. Appear before workers’ compensation boards, conduct depositions, and draft and file legal documents including summations, appeals, and rebuttals.
3. Research applicable law, draft legal documents, and conduct settlement negotiations if requested.
4. Advise Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, providing clear legal opinions and maintaining good relations.
5. Stay current with legal developments and understand related medical, scientific, construction, and engineering issues.
6. Prepare and conduct training sessions for relevant departments.
7. Utilize technology to improve legal processes, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
8. Collaborate with the Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications

Experience

• Membership in the California Bar.
• Appropriate licenses to practice before boards or federal courts are preferred.
• At least one year of experience as an attorney.

Skills

• Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external partners.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Knowledge

• Awareness of recent legal developments and related fields.
• Knowledge of insurance and workers’ compensation law is a plus.
• Proficiency with legal and remote work technology.

Education

About Us

At Liberty Mutual, our purpose is to help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow. We foster an environment of openness, inclusion, trust, and respect. Discover our diverse roles and supportive workplace where your passion can become a rewarding career.

Liberty Mutual has been recognized as a "Great Place to Work" and listed among top employers for IT, women, new graduates, and diversity. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. For more information, please visit our website.

We value your hard work, integrity, and commitment to improvement. We support your well-being through comprehensive benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other protected status.

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