Workers Compensation Attorney

The TemPositions Group of Companies; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance and disability coverage

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

The TemPositions Group of Companies is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join its California team. This position, located in the Central Valley, offers a hybrid working model, allowing approximately 90% remote work. Candidates will manage a full caseload of workers’ compensation cases, engage in various litigation aspects, and must possess a J.D. and California Bar admission. The firm is known for its strong autonomy, partnership potential, and competitive compensation package, including unlimited PTO and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar admission required.
• Experience in workers’ compensation defense preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of workers’ compensation defense matters.
• Handle all aspects of litigation including discovery and hearings.
• Communicate directly with clients and manage case strategy.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active California Bar admission

Job description

Overview

Workers’ Compensation Attorney (Hybrid – Central Valley, CA)

Location: Fresno, Los Angeles, Orange County, Ontario, San Diego, SAC, Oakland, San Jose, Fresco, CA

Compensation: Competitive base + quarterly bonus

A rapidly growing, nationally recognized litigation firm is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join its California team. This firm is known for its high-quality defense work, industry thought leadership, and long-standing client relationships within the workers’ compensation space.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful litigation responsibility, flexibility, and a clear path to advancement within a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of workers’ compensation defense matters from inception through resolution
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, and motion practice
• Appear before Workers’ Compensation Appeals Boards (WCAB) as needed
• Communicate directly with clients, including insurance carriers, employers, and third-party administrators
• Develop case strategy and proactively manage files to resolution
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in a high-volume environment

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar admission (required)
• Experience in workers’ compensation defense preferred (open to strong litigation backgrounds)
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage a caseload independently in a hybrid/remote environment

Work Structure

• Hybrid model – approximately 90% remote
• Travel required for hearings, depositions, and occasional in-office meetings
• Office space available if desired

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + quarterly bonus opportunities
• Accelerated partnership track
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys + 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match (up to 10%)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Monthly cell phone and internet reimbursement
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and additional voluntary benefits
• Employee assistance program and flexible spending accounts
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Team events, referral bonuses, and employee discount programs

Why This Role

• Strong firm reputation in the workers’ compensation defense space
• High level of autonomy with support from experienced leadership
• Clear growth trajectory with partnership potential
• Flexible, attorney-friendly work environment

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a writing sample to: [e-mail]

Pay: $140,000.00 - $220,000.00