Workers Compensation Attorney

Jobot; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot, a national law firm, seeks a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney in New Orleans/Baton Rouge to join Louisiana operations. Represent employers and insurers, handle cases from filing to resolution, and advise clients on strategy in state workers’ comp matters.

You'll work with experienced litigators in a supportive, growth‑oriented environment, with partnership track potential and a competitive salary of $120,000 to $150,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in Louisiana workers’ compensation matters
• Handle cases from inception through resolution, including hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Take and defend depositions, including claimant, medical, and expert depositions
• Appear before Louisiana Office of Workers’ Compensation (OWC) judges
• Provide strategic legal advice and reporting to clients and carriers
• Maintain organized case files and meet litigation deadlines

Job description

National Law Firm Seeking a Workers Compensation Attorney in New Orleans/Baton Rouge!

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

We are a long-standing, dynamic law firm experiencing continued growth and seeking a Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney to join our Louisiana team. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with experienced litigators representing employers and insurance carriers in state workers’ compensation matters while building meaningful client relationships and advancing your career in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Why join us?

• Established and respected firm with a strong reputation in the Louisiana legal market
• Supportive leadership with mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative team culture with low turnover
• Stable pipeline of insurance defense work and long-standing client relationships
• Opportunity for advancement and partnership track potential

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Represent employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in Louisiana workers’ compensation matters
• Handle cases from inception through resolution, including hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Take and defend depositions, including claimant, medical, and expert depositions
• Appear before Louisiana Office of Workers’ Compensation (OWC) judges
• Provide strategic legal advice and reporting to clients and carriers
• Maintain organized case files and meet litigation deadlines

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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