Workers' Compensation Attorney

Lateral Link; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Flexible/hybrid work schedules

Marketing and business development support

Transparent career development and partnership track

Job summary

Lateral Link is seeking a mid-level associate for their workers' compensation practice in New York. The role requires managing a caseload, collaborating with senior partners, and defending clients in complex matters.

Key offerings include a competitive salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive insurance, and flexible work schedules to ensure work-life balance. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor and have at least 2 years of litigation experience in this field.

Qualifications

• Active and in good standing with the NY or NJ Bar. (Dual admission is a plus).
• 2+ years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated caseload of workers' compensation defense files from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research, analyze medical records, and draft comprehensive legal documents.
• Prepare for and represent clients at hearings and mediations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Workers' compensation defense

Legal research

Negotiation skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

We are currently working with a top tier workers' compensation practice on several hires across their offices, please includes a mid level associate to join their growing New York location.

The Role

This role will play an important roles in defending employers and insurance carriers in complex workers' compensation matters. You will manage your own caseload while collaborating closely with senior partners to develop defense strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated caseload of workers' compensation defense files from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research, analyze medical records, and draft comprehensive pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Prepare for and represent clients at hearings, mediations, and appellate proceedings.
• Take and defend depositions of claimants, medical experts, and fact witnesses.
• Negotiate settlements and draft complex settlement agreements.

What the firm is looking for

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing with the NY or NJ Bar. (Dual admission is a plus).
• 2+ years of litigation experience, with a strong background in workers' compensation defense.

What the firm is offering

• Highly competitive base salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with firm contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and firm-paid holidays.
• Flexible/hybrid work schedules to support work-life balance.
• Marketing and business development support to help you build your practice.
• Transparent career development and partnership track.