Workers' Compensation Attorney

Hire Love; Los Angeles, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

11 paid holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

Pet Insurance

401(k) with 10% match

Cell phone reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Casual dress code

Team building events

Free snacks/beverages

Job summary

Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP is seeking Workers’ Compensation Attorneys at Associate, Senior Attorney, or Partner levels to join a fully remote team—residents of California only. Onboarding is designed for seamless integration into a cloud-based, tech-forward firm culture.

Ideal candidates will be client-focused, self-motivated, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for clients, with strong organizational, time management, and communication skills in a remote setup.

Qualifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Must reside in California.
• 2–10+ years of workers’ compensation law experience.
• Remote work with periodic video meetings.
• Familiarity with practice management systems (e.g., Practice Master, MerusCase, ProLaw, A1 Law) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of workers’ compensation files from inception to resolution.
• Represent clients at hearings, depositions, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and colleagues.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of California workers’ compensation law and regulations.
• Participate in firm-wide knowledge sharing, training, and business development.

Skills

State Bar California

CA residency

Remote-friendly

Workers’ compensation experience

Strong organizational and comms

Job description

Title: Workers’ Compensation Attorney (Associate, Senior Attorney, or Partner)

Location: Fully Remote (Must reside in California)

Employment Type: Full-time, W-2

Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP is a leading California law firm specializing in workers' compensation, employment law, and subrogation. Founded in 1996, our firm has grown to over 200 employees and earned a reputation as an Amazing Workplace. This reflects our supportive culture, commitment to excellence, and collaborative team environment.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality legal services while fostering a culture of respect, flexibility, and growth. With offices across California and a remote-first approach, we empower our attorneys to thrive in a dynamic, professional, and people-first workplace.

The Opportunity

We seek talented Workers’ Compensation Attorneys at the Associate, Senior Attorney, or Partner level to join our fully remote team. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, client-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.

This is a remote position; however, team members must be California residents and will work closely with a Managing Partner based in Los Angeles. Our onboarding and collaboration processes ensure seamless integration into our tech-forward, cloud-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of workers’ compensation files from inception to resolution
• Represent clients at hearings, depositions, trials, and other legal proceedings
• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and colleagues
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of California workers’ compensation law and regulations
• Participate in firm-wide knowledge sharing, training, and business development

Qualifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California (required)
• Must reside in California
• 2-10+ years of experience in workers’ compensation law
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment with periodic video meetings
• Familiarity with legal document management systems (e.g., Practice Master, MerusCase, ProLaw, A1 Law) is a plus

Compensation

• Associate Attorney (2-5 years): $140,000 – $175,000
• Senior Attorney (5-10 years): Up to $200,000
• Partner (10+ years): Starting at $210,000+
• Accelerated Partner Track

Detailed Benefits Packages

• Unlimited PTO + 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• Firm-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with 10% employer match after 1 year
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Employee discount programs
• Casual dress code, holiday parties, team building, and free snacks/beverages for those visiting the office

Interview Process

• 1-hour phone call with Managing Partner
• 1-hour call with Michael Sullivan