Workers' Comp Attorney – Hearings & Appeals

State of Ohio; Springdale (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) in Ohio is seeking an attorney/legal professional to represent the agency at Industrial Commission hearings, review claims, and interpret workers’ compensation laws and policies. You will advise internal staff, file appeals, and maintain case records, contributing to accurate and timely decision-making.

The role requires strong analytical skills, legal knowledge of Ohio workers’ compensation, and the ability to work across departments in a federal-state

Responsibilities

• Representing the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) at Ohio Industrial Commission hearings by presenting evidence, making legal arguments, and examining witnesses.
• Reviewing claim files and hearing notices to identify key legal issues and determining the best approach for each case.
• Interpreting Ohio Workers’ Compensation laws, rules, regulations, and BWC policy to guide case strategy and ensure accurate, compliant decision-making.
• Evaluating Industrial Commission decisions and determining whether appeals are appropriate, preparing and filing of appeals, motions, and supporting documentation.
• Providing clear, practical legal advice to internal BWC staff on claims, risk matters, and other issues affecting agency operations.
• Supporting BWC staff by researching statutes or case law relevant to ongoing matters.
• Responding to routine inquiries from external BWC customers and offering timely and accurate responses to them.
• Maintaining case records and weekly reports and drafting legal memoranda and opinions as needed.
• Participating in meetings

Skills

Attorney/Legal

Job description

Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) in Ohio is seeking an attorney/legal professional to represent the agency at Industrial Commission hearings, review claims, and interpret workers’ compensation laws and policies. You will advise internal staff, file appeals, and maintain case records, contributing to accurate and timely decision-making.

The role requires strong analytical skills, legal knowledge of Ohio workers’ compensation, and the ability to work across departments in a federal-state