Workers' Compensation Attorney

Job Juncture; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Senior and Associate Attorneys for a remote position specializing in workers' compensation law. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage cases from inception to resolution, working closely with insurance carriers and employers. With a focus on advocacy, negotiation, and legal research, you'll be pivotal in shaping case outcomes. Enjoy a competitive salary, unlimited paid time off, and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Join a supportive team in a casual environment that values work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Flexible Spending Account

Casual Dress Code

Employee Discounts

Holiday Parties & Team Building

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Free Snacks & Beverages

Accelerated Partnership Track

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in workers' compensation law required.
• Must possess a California Bar license and residency in California.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal defense of workers' compensation cases from inception to resolution.
• Prepare correspondence, draft pleadings, and negotiate settlements.

Skills

Workers' Compensation Law

Litigation

Negotiation

Legal Research

Client Management

Education

California Bar License

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

PracticeMaster

Billing Software

Job description

Our client, aWorkers’ Compensation defense law firm, is currently in search of Senior and Associate Attorneys with a minimum of 4 years of experience in workers' comp -- either plaintiff or defense side for a remote position. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Residency in California and possession of a CA Bar license are required.

Attorneys manage the legal defense of workers' compensation cases from inception to final resolution, including all aspects of discovery and litigation. The attorneys work closely with insurance companies, employers, and third-party administrators.

Primary responsibilities:

• Advocate on behalf of insurance carriers, 3rd party administrators, and self-insured employers
• Prepare and manage correspondence to clients
• Draft pleadings and negotiate settlements on workers' compensation files
• Attend court appearances, manage calendar, and conduct depositions and cross-examinations of doctors
• Negotiate lien claims and perform proactive case management
• Mentor and oversee legal assistant, ensuring effective case support
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients, co-workers, and vendors
• Participate in marketing events with both new and existing clients
• Review and work on files, inputting case information into PracticeMaster and billing software
• Meet deadlines for client correspondence and attend client file reviews
• Conduct training seminars for clients on evolving workers' compensation case law
• Stay updated on current knowledge of workers' compensation case law

We offer a competitive salary, a casual environment, and a generous benefits package including:

• Competitive Salary with Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) for Attorneys
• Eligible Attorneys get 90 Credit Hours offered once per calendar year to take a vacation!
• Remote Work (office space is also available, if needed)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• Firm paid Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) + Employer Matching after 1-year
• Flexible Spending Account
• Accelerated Partnership Track
• Employee Discounts
• Holiday Parties & Team Building
• Employee Referral Program
• Free Snacks & Beverages
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Military Leave
• Premium Office Locations
• Ease of Access to Public Transit
• Casual Dress Code

About Company:Founded in 1996, our law firm client is a premiere defense law firm, specializing in workers’ compensation, employment law, general liability, state audits, and subrogation.

Job Code: JPC - 19

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• We're specifically seeking attorneys specializing exclusively in full-time workers' compensation practice for at least the past 12 months.

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Experience:

• recent workers' compensation law: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Location:

Work Location: Remote

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