Workers' Compensation Attorney

Vernis & Bowling; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernis & Bowling seeks an Associate Attorney for its Workers' Compensation Department in our Pensacola office. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of workers' compensation or defense experience and must be licensed to practice law in Florida.

The role involves independently handling a caseload and managing general discovery matters, including depositions and motions. Strong writing, research skills, and attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to work well in a team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of workers' compensation experience or defense experience.
• Licensed to practice law in Florida and in good standing.
• Strong writing, legal research, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Handle discovery including depositions, responses to discovery, and motions.
• Manage assigned caseload in workers' compensation.
• Support trial preparation; participate in hearings and trials if needed.

Skills

Workers' compensation experience

Deposition experience

Legal writing

Research skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Vernis & Bowling, an AV Rated national firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its growing Workers' Compensation Department in our Pensacola office.

Candidates should have a minimum of 2+ years of experience in workers' compensation (with a preference for defense experience). Candidates must be able to work independently on an assigned caseload. Candidates must also have experience handling general discovery matters, including taking depositions, interviewing witnesses, responding to written discovery, and preparing motions. Trial experience is a plus.

Requirements:

• Candidates must be licensed to practice law and in good standing with the State Bar of Florida.
• Have an enthusiastic positive approach and be a team player.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong writing and legal research skills, and a strong work ethic
• 2+ years of workers' compensation or defense experience