Workers Compensation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Overland Park, KS seeks an associate attorney with at least 3 years defending workers' compensation and/or insurance defense, licensed in KS and eligible for MO reciprocity via UBE transfer or experience.

You will gather and review medical evidence, take depositions, conduct discovery, draft pleadings, and litigate before a workers' compensation judge while representing employers or insurers.

Qualifications

• J.D. and licensed in KS and MO or reciprocity.
• Experience in workers' compensation defense work.
• Knowledge of legal principles and practices.
• Proficiency in legal research techniques.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent telephone and writing skills.
• Self-motivated and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain firm and client confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Gather and review medical evidence and records.
• Take depositions of claimants, physicians, and experts.
• Conduct discovery and perform legal research.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Litigate cases before a workers' compensation judge.
• Represent employers or insurers at various proceedings.
• Communicate with claims representatives.
• Monitor loss run reports and alert management to concerns.
• Assist with accident investigations.
• Manage workers' compensation costs.
• Compile and submit management reports.
• Coordinate and attend claims reviews.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Communication

Negotiation

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Time Matters

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks an associate attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience in defending workers' compensation and/or insurance defense to join their Overland Park, KS office. The candidate must be licensed in KS and eligible for MO reciprocity via UBE transfer or years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Gather and review medical evidence and records.
• Take depositions of claimants, physicians, and experts.
• Conduct discovery and perform legal research.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Litigate cases before a workers' compensation judge.
• Represent employers or insurers at various proceedings.
• Communicate with claims representatives.
• Monitor loss run reports and alert management to concerns.
• Assist with accident investigations.
• Manage workers' compensation costs.
• Compile and submit management reports.
• Coordinate and attend claims reviews.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.

Requirements

• J.D. and licensed in MO and KS or reciprocity required.
• Experience in workers' compensation defense work.
• Knowledge of legal principles and practices.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws.
• Proficiency in legal research techniques.
• Experience with Microsoft Word; Time Matters preferred.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent telephone and writing skills.
• Self-motivated and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain firm and client confidentiality.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in KS and MO or eligible for reciprocity.

Skills

• Legal research and drafting.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office.
• Organizational and administrative skills.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package.