Workers' Compensation Attorney

Liberty Mutual Insurance; Orange (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Workers' Compensation Attorney, where you will handle cases, conduct depositions, and represent clients in California. This role offers the flexibility of remote work with occasional travel, allowing you to maintain a healthy work/life balance. You will be part of a diverse team committed to delivering exceptional legal services while enjoying benefits such as performance bonuses, flexible time off, and a robust pension plan. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and advancing your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off

Performance Bonuses

Pension Plan

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Qualifications

• Membership in the California Bar and five years of attorney experience required.
• Proficiency in insurance and workers' compensation law is essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of workers' compensation matters and represent clients at hearings.
• Conduct depositions, draft legal documents, and advise clients.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Education

JD Degree

Tools

Legal Technology

Job description

Pay Philosophy

The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

Description

This role is primarily remote except for required appearances.

At Liberty Mutual, we’re committed to delivering exceptional legal services to our customers around the world, working to uphold and protect our policyholders’ rights and positively impacting our business.

We have an exciting opportunity for a remote (with occasional travel to venues) Workers' Compensation Attorney. You will be handling a caseload of workers’ compensation matters, conduct depositions, and represent Liberty Mutual and its policyholders at WC hearings in the state of California. You will also interact with Liberty Mutual’s Workers’ Compensation claims organization.

As an attorney at Liberty Mutual, you’ll join a diverse team that values a healthy work/life balance and enjoy benefits that include eligible performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off each year, personal holidays, a pension plan and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. If you’re looking for a place to build a long-term career while making a positive difference, consider joining our legal team where you’ll represent Liberty Mutual and our policyholders.

Responsibilities:

• Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters.
• Responsible for appearances before workers' compensation boards, conducting depositions, drafting and filing summations, appeals and rebuttals.
• Research the law applicable to cases or matters; draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required. If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
• Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
• Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
• Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
• Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
• Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications

What you’ve got:

Experience

• Membership in the California Bar.
• Appropriate special licenses to practice before boards or federal courts preferred.
• A minimum of five years’ experience as an attorney.

Skills

• Talent for cultivating strong working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Aptitude for detailed, analytical thinking.
• Process-oriented mindset, with proven ability to meet deadlines and stay organized.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge

• Familiarity with the latest developments in the practice of law, as well as pertinent knowledge in related fields.
• Familiarity with insurance and workers’ compensation law.
• Proficiency with technologies that reduce costs and facilitate the practice of law and remote work.

Education

• A JD degree.

About Us

As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people