Workers Compensation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Paid time off

Mentorship opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Workers' Compensation Associate to join their team in Mount Laurel, NJ. This role involves handling various legal tasks related to workers' compensation cases, providing courtroom representation, and collaborating with senior attorneys.

The ideal candidate must hold a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, be admitted to practice in New Jersey, and have 3-5 years of experience in this field. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, mentorship opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of workers' compensation experience required.
• Admitted to practice law in New Jersey state court required.
• Self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings and briefs.
• Represent clients in court hearings.

Skills

Legal research and analysis

Document drafting and courtroom representation

Client relationship management

Proficiency in relevant software tools

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

ProLaw

Excel

e-document management software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Workers' Compensation Associate to join their team in Mt. Laurel, NJ. The role involves handling a variety of legal tasks related to workers' compensation cases, with opportunities for courtroom representation and collaboration with senior attorneys.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Represent clients in court hearings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Maintain billable hours as necessary.
• Manage client relationships and a caseload with supervision.
• Assist in the representation of clients in motion practice, conferences, and trials when necessary.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school required.
• Admitted to practice law in New Jersey state court required.
• 3-5 years of workers' compensation experience required.
• Experience with New Jersey State Rules of Court, Federal Rules of Court, and Rules of Evidence preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
• Self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to work as a team member in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice law in New Jersey state court.

Skills

• Legal research and analysis.
• Document drafting and courtroom representation.
• Client relationship management.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Matching 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative and welcoming work environment.
• Work-life balance.