Workers' Compensation Attorney

Protouch Staffing; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

CLE and professional development

Job summary

Protouch Staffing in Charlotte, NC seeks an experienced Associate Attorney for its Workers' Compensation practice. The ideal candidate has minimum two years representing injured workers in NC and SC claims, and can manage cases from intake to resolution while delivering strong client advocacy.

Active NC and SC law licenses are required, with a JD from an accredited law school. This role offers a collaborative environment and long-term growth opportunities within a supported team.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice in North Carolina and South Carolina.
• Experience in Workers' Compensation litigation, plaintiff-side preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, advocacy and litigation skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Represent injured workers in Workers' Compensation matters from inception through resolution.
• Manage an active caseload independently while collaborating with the legal team.
• Conduct client consultations and maintain regular client communication.
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and settlement documents.
• Attend mediations, hearings, depositions, and other litigation proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Perform legal research and develop case strategies.
• Maintain compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Negotiation

Litigation

Advocacy

Time management

Research

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its growing Workers' Compensation practice. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience representing injured workers in North Carolina and South Carolina Workers' Compensation claims, be comfortable managing cases from intake through resolution, and have a strong commitment to client advocacy. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who thrives in a collaborative environment and is looking for long-term professional growth while making a meaningful impact on clients' lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent injured workers in Workers' Compensation matters from inception through resolution.
• Manage an active caseload independently while collaborating with the legal team.
• Conduct client consultations and maintain regular client communication.
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and settlement documents.
• Attend mediations, hearings, depositions, and other litigation proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Perform legal research and develop case strategies.
• Maintain compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina and South Carolina.

Minimum 2 Years Of Workers' Compensation Litigation Experience

• Experience representing injured workers (plaintiff-side) is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, advocacy, and litigation skills.
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload.

Personal Injury Experience Is a Plus But Not Required.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Long-term career growth opportunities