Workers Compensation Attorney

morganmorganjobsapplynow; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan in Nashville seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney to join its growing team. You will handle a heavy caseload from pre-litigation through trial, supporting senior attorneys and guiding clients through the legal process.

The ideal candidate has a law degree from an accredited school, is in good standing with the TN Bar, and at least 2 years of workers' compensation experience. Wage-and-hour experience is a plus, with strong writing and oral advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Active TN Bar in good standing; multiple state licenses a plus.
• Minimum 2+ years of workers' compensation experience.
• Experience with wage and hour claims a plus.
• Strong writing and oral advocacy skills; excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Handle cases from pre-litigation to trial.
• Assist senior attorneys and pre-suit preparation.
• Draft and file litigation documents.
• Guide clients through the case process.
• Coordinate with expert witnesses and depositions.
• Prepare for mediations, hearings, and court appearances.

Skills

TN Bar

WC experience

Client service

Writing & advocacy

Self-starter

Communication

Case management

Education

Law degree from accredited law school

Job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking an Attorney to join our growing Workers Compensation department in Nashville. The Workers Compensation Attorney will handle and support a heavy and complex case-load of cases from pre-litigation, litigation, trial prep and trial.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of cases from pre-litigation to litigation
• Mostly handling the pre-suit side and assisting senior attorneys once the claim files suit
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memorandum
• Guide clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualifications

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the TN State Bar Association. Multiple State Bar licenses preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of workers compensation experience
• A plus to have experience on wage an hour claims
• Ability to manage high volume of pre-lit and litigation cases
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful.

This success starts with our staff.

For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including

• medical and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify

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