Workers' Compensation Attorney

The Law Offices of Steven H. Heisler; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Offices of Steven H. Heisler in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a motivated Workers’ Compensation Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join our growing team.

The ideal candidate will independently manage cases from client intake through final resolution, including hearings, settlements, and appeals. You will advocate for injured workers, conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare clients for hearings, negotiate with carriers, and maintain meticulous case files to meet deadlines and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience practicing law, preferably Maryland workers’ compensation.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload from inception through resolution.
• Excellent client communication and case management skills.
• Active Maryland license to practice law.

Responsibilities

• Represent injured workers in Maryland Workers’ Compensation claims before the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission.
• Independently manage cases from initial client consultation through resolution, including hearings, mediation, settlement negotiations, and appeals.
• Develop case strategies and advocate for clients regarding compensability, medical treatment, temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, and other benefits.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings, depositions, and other proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and defense counsel.
• Communicate regularly with clients, medical providers, opposing counsel, and other relevant parties.
• Evaluate medical records, wage information, and other evidence to assess case value and develop effective legal strategies.
• Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with applicable deadlines and procedural requirements.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Client communication

Case management

Legal research

Education

Maryland bar license

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Workers’ Compensation Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have the ability to independently manage and handle cases from initial client consultation through final resolution, including hearings, settlement negotiations, and appeals. We are looking for a strong advocate with excellent litigation, negotiation, and communication skills who is committed to protecting the rights of injured individuals and obtaining the best possible results for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent injured workers in Maryland Workers’ Compensation claims before the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission.
• Independently manage cases from initial client consultation through resolution, including hearings, mediation, settlement negotiations, and appeals.
• Develop case strategies and advocate for clients regarding compensability, medical treatment, temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, and other benefits.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings, depositions, and other proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and defense counsel.
• Communicate regularly with clients, medical providers, opposing counsel, and other relevant parties.
• Evaluate medical records, wage information, and other evidence to assess case value and develop effective legal strategies.
• Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with applicable deadlines and procedural requirements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience practicing law, preferably with a focus on Maryland Workers’ Compensation.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and handle cases from inception through resolution.
• Strong oral advocacy, negotiation, legal writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent client communication and case management skills.
• Active license to practice law in Maryland.

Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.