Workers' Compensation Attorney

Orionplacement; Greeley (CO); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer based in Colorado is seeking a senior attorney with workers' compensation expertise to lead client matters from strategy through resolution. Hybrid schedule keeps you connected with the Northern Colorado team and clients.

Active Colorado Bar, 5+ years of practice, and 1+ year WC experience are required. Spanish fluency strongly preferred, compensation includes base salary plus substantial fee-based earning potential.

Qualifications

• Active Colorado Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years of attorney practice experience.
• 1+ year of workers' compensation experience.
• Strong litigation, negotiation, legal writing, case management, and client communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage matters while collaborating effectively with a legal team.
• Spanish fluency strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a workers' compensation caseload from initial evaluation through settlement, hearing, or other resolution.
• Counsel injured workers regarding benefits, medical treatment, wage loss, impairment, and the workers' compensation process.
• Develop case strategy, investigate claims, review medical evidence, and identify the strongest path toward a successful outcome.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, settlement documents, and other legal filings.
• Conduct depositions, prepare witnesses, appear at hearings and proceedings, and advocate effectively for clients.
• Negotiate with employers, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other parties to resolve claims.
• Maintain clear, compassionate communication with clients and keep them informed throughout their cases.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to move matters efficiently and provide excellent client service.
• Build professional relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Legal writing

Case management

Client communication

Job description

Pay:

$115,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Make a direct difference for injured workers by helping clients secure the medical care, wage benefits, and compensation they deserve.
• Step into a senior-level role with meaningful autonomy, direct client relationships, and ownership of workers' compensation matters from strategy through resolution.
• Join an established Colorado legal team with a strong reputation for advocating for injured and disabled individuals.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility while remaining closely connected to our Northern Colorado team and clients.
• Benefit from a compensation model that includes base salary plus significant fee-based earning potential tied to the business you generate.
• Bring your Spanish language skills to a practice where bilingual capability is genuinely valuable and can make a meaningful difference for clients.

Location

This is a hybrid opportunity based in Greeley, Colorado. We are primarily seeking attorneys who are based in or able to work regularly from Northern Colorado. Relocation candidates are welcome, although relocation assistance is not available.

Note

Candidates must be actively licensed to practice law in Colorado, have 5+ years of attorney experience, and have at least 1+ year of workers' compensation experience. Spanish fluency is strongly preferred.

About Us

We are an established Colorado legal practice committed to helping injured workers navigate difficult claims and obtain the benefits they deserve. Our team combines experienced advocacy, responsive client service, and practical legal strategy to guide clients through challenging situations. We value attorneys who care about their clients, take ownership of their work, and want to make a meaningful impact. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage a workers' compensation caseload from initial evaluation through settlement, hearing, or other resolution.
• Counsel injured workers regarding benefits, medical treatment, wage loss, impairment, and the workers' compensation process.
• Develop case strategy, investigate claims, review medical evidence, and identify the strongest path toward a successful outcome.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, settlement documents, and other legal filings.
• Conduct depositions, prepare witnesses, appear at hearings and proceedings, and advocate effectively for clients.
• Negotiate with employers, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other parties to resolve claims.
• Maintain clear, compassionate communication with clients and keep them informed throughout their cases.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to move matters efficiently and provide excellent client service.
• Build professional relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

Qualifications

• Active Colorado Bar license in good standing.
• 5+ years of attorney practice experience.
• 1+ year of workers' compensation experience.
• Strong litigation, negotiation, legal writing, case management, and client communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage matters while collaborating effectively with a legal team.
• Spanish fluency strongly preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Your work directly impacts people facing serious workplace injuries and financial uncertainty.
• You will have meaningful responsibility and the ability to shape case strategy rather than simply support another attorney's caseload.
• Hybrid flexibility provides a balance of independence and in-person collaboration.
• Experienced attorneys have room to grow their practice, professional relationships, and earning potential.
• Our compensation structure rewards performance and business development in addition to providing a base salary.
• You will join a client-focused team that values strong advocacy, responsiveness, collaboration, and results.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance