Workers Compensation Attorney

AlderLaw; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

ZA Lawyers is expanding in California and seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney to lead the WC practice. You will manage a full CA WC caseload, appear before WCAB, conduct depositions, hearings, and trials, and shape litigation strategy to achieve favorable results for injured workers.

The role offers growth, direct access to leadership, and a path to department leadership as the team expands, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active member of the California State Bar.
• Minimum 3 years of California Applicant Workers' Compensation experience preferred.
• Experience independently managing a litigation caseload.
• Strong negotiation and courtroom skills.
• Exceptional client service skills.
• Organized, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience using case management software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full California Applicant Workers' Compensation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Appear before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB).
• Conduct depositions, hearings, MSCs, and trials.
• Evaluate and develop litigation strategy.
• Negotiate settlements.
• Maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with the firm's Personal Injury and Employment Law departments on overlapping matters.
• Assist in developing workflows, policies, and best practices for the Workers' Compensation Department.

Skills

Negotiation

Courtroom skills

Client service

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Company Description

AlderLaw is a plaintiff-focused law firm founded in 2000 to represent individuals whose lives have been significantly impacted by accidents or other serious circumstances. The firm concentrates on personal injury, business torts, and employment litigation, with a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality legal representation. AlderLaw invests heavily in staff development and technology to maximize the effectiveness and presentation of clients’ cases. The firm is known for its around-the-clock service, close partnerships with referring attorneys, and a client-centered approach that emphasizes care, advocacy, and protection throughout the legal process. Many clients and referring attorneys regard AlderLaw’s team as an extension of their own families and offices, reflecting the firm’s supportive and collaborative culture.

Build Something Exceptional.

ZA Lawyers is expanding, and we're looking for an experienced California Workers' Compensation Attorney to build and lead our Workers' Compensation practice.

This is not simply another attorney position.

This is an opportunity to become the firm's dedicated Workers' Compensation attorney while helping shape the future of one of Southern California's fastest-growing plaintiff firms.

Our firm represents injured workers, employees, and individuals who have been wronged. We believe clients deserve exceptional representation, responsive communication, and attorneys willing to fight aggressively for the best possible outcome.

If you're entrepreneurial, enjoy building systems, mentoring staff, and want a seat at the leadership table, we'd like to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Manage a full California Applicant Workers' Compensation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Appear before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB).
• Conduct depositions, hearings, MSCs, and trials.
• Evaluate and develop litigation strategy.
• Negotiate settlements.
• Maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with the firm's Personal Injury and Employment Law departments on overlapping matters.
• Assist in developing workflows, policies, and best practices for the Workers' Compensation Department.
• Help recruit and mentor future support staff as the department grows.

Qualifications

• Active member of the California State Bar.
• Minimum 3 years of California Applicant Workers' Compensation experience preferred.
• Experience independently managing a litigation caseload.
• Strong negotiation and courtroom skills.
• Exceptional client service skills.
• Organized, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience using case management software is preferred.

Why Join ZA Lawyers?

This position offers something many firms cannot:

• Opportunity to build an entire practice area.
• Direct access to firm leadership.
• Significant opportunity for professional growth.
• Leadership path as the Workers' Compensation Department expands.
• Collaborative environment alongside highly successful Personal Injury and Employment attorneys.
• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% employer-paid for employee)
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for advancement into department leadership

About ZA Lawyers

ZA Lawyers is a California plaintiff law firm committed to protecting the rights of injured workers, employees, and accident victims.