Workers' Compensation Attorney

Morganmorganjobsapplynow; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan in Columbus, Georgia is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join our growing practice. You will handle a heavy, complex caseload and hearings, and help develop a statewide workers’ compensation practice.

The ideal candidate has a law degree, active Georgia State Bar membership, at least 3 years of workers’ comp experience, and strong writing and oral advocacy skills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Georgia State Bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum 3+ years of workers’ compensation experience.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and hearings.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of cases and hearings
• Drafting and filing litigation documents (pleadings, discovery, motions)
• Guiding clients through the case process
• Interacting with expert witnesses and drafting reports
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Skills

Client service

Communication

Oral advocacy

Written communication

Self-starter

Case management

Education

Law degree

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join its growing practice in Columbus, Georgia. The role involves handling a heavy and complex case‑load of cases and hearings, building out a statewide workers’ compensation practice, and offering the potential to earn the highest compensation for attorneys in the state.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day handling of cases and hearings
• Drafting and filing litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions, and memoranda
• Guiding clients through the case process
• Interacting with expert witnesses, including conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualifications

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the Georgia State Bar Association
• Minimum 3+ years of workers’ compensation experience
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and hearings
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self‑starter driven by long‑term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Benefits

Full‑time employees are offered an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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