Workers Compensation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Parking

Summer Fridays

Voluntary benefits

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is recruiting a Workers’ Compensation Attorney for a Syracuse, New York law firm. This role offers meaningful advocacy in a supportive, balanced environment with no billable hours pressure.

The attorney will represent injured workers before the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board, draft documents, and guide clients through benefits and the claims process while collaborating with legal support staff.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of NYS Workers’ Compensation regulations.
• Strong research and drafting abilities in legal contexts.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple cases.

Responsibilities

• Represent injured workers in hearings before the NYS Workers’ Compensation Board.
• Conduct depositions of medical professionals.
• Perform legal research and stay updated on developments.
• Draft legal documents including appeals and memoranda of law.
• Advise clients on benefits, medical care, and the claims process.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Evaluate new client intakes and potential representation.
• Collaborate with legal support staff to progress cases smoothly.

Skills

NYS Workers’ Compensation knowledge

Legal research

Drafting abilities

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A respected law firm is seeking a compassionate and skilled Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join its team. This role offers a unique opportunity to practice meaningful law in a supportive and balanced environment without the pressure of billable hours. The firm is committed to delivering excellent client service while fostering attorney well-being and professional growth.

Location

Syracuse, New York

Duties

• Represent injured workers in hearings before the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board


• Conduct depositions of medical professionals


• Perform legal research and stay up to date with relevant legal developments


• Draft legal documents, including appeals, rebuttals, summations, and memoranda of law


• Advise clients on benefits, medical care, and the claims process


• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients


• Evaluate and process new client intakes for potential representation


• Collaborate with legal support staff to ensure smooth case progression

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school


• Admission to the New York State Bar (recent graduates awaiting admission may also be considered)


• Demonstrated knowledge of New York Workers’ Compensation law and procedures


• Strong communication, negotiation, and litigation skills


• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment


• Compassionate and client-focused approach to legal advocacy

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar

Skills

• Thorough understanding of NYS Workers’ Compensation regulations


• Excellent legal research and drafting abilities


• Strong interpersonal skills for client interaction and negotiations


• Well-organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple cases


• Commitment to professional excellence and ethical standards

Benefits

• Additional compensation available for candidates with extensive Workers’ Compensation experience


• No billable hour requirement


• Health insurance


• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage


• Paid time off and holidays


• 401(k) retirement plan (subject to eligibility)


• Paid parking


• Summer Fridays


• Voluntary benefit options


• Supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented work culture