Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

FINITETEK INC; California; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Continuing legal education

Job summary

FINITETEK INC is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney in California to manage defense matters for employers, carriers, and self-insureds. The role supports clients across hearings, depositions, and trials, requiring strong research, writing, and advocacy skills and the ability to work independently with a legal team.

The ideal candidate holds a JD from an accredited school, CA Bar membership, and excels in client service and communication.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.
• Ability to independently manage cases while working collaboratively with a legal team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of workers' compensation defense matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients at hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Handle court appearances and advocate in administrative hearings and trials.
• Develop case strategies and provide timely updates to clients.
• Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
• Stay current with applicable workers' compensation laws and regulations.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Client communication

Case management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active California Bar license in good standing

Job description

Position: Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Location: Van Nuys, CA or Any where in California

Work Arrangement: Flexible – On-site, Hybrid, or Fully Remote

Compensation: Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a motivated attorney to handle workers' compensation defense matters on behalf of employers, insurance carriers, and self-insured employers. The attorney will manage cases from inception through resolution while providing effective legal representation and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of workers' compensation defense matters.

Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.

Represent clients at hearings, depositions, and mediations.

Handle court appearances and advocate in administrative hearings and trials.

Develop case strategies and provide timely updates to clients.

Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, witnesses, and opposing counsel.

Stay current with applicable workers' compensation laws and regulations.

Ideal Background

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Active California Bar license in good standing.

Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Excellent communication and client service abilities.

Ability to independently manage cases while working collaboratively with a legal team.

Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) with company match.

Paid time off.

Continuing legal education and professional development.