Workers Compensation Defense Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Mentorship

Team-friendly environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join a busy Lancaster, PA practice. The role handles all aspects of defense litigation and provides strategic analysis to employers and insurers.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of PA workers' compensation experience, a PA license, and proficiency with MS Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management tools. You will work in a fast-paced team environment through hearings, appeals, and complex casework.

Qualifications

• JD degree from ABA-approved law school.
• Active license in good standing in Pennsylvania.
• 3 years of direct PA workers' compensation experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software.
• Self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of workers' compensation defense litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, hearings, and appeals.
• Provide strategic legal analysis and case evaluations to employers, insurers, and third-party administrators.
• Prepare and present cases before Workers' Compensation Judges.
• Draft persuasive motions, briefs, and settlement evaluations.
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates, recommendations, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure efficient and effective case management.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Communication

Team player

Education

JD degree from ABA-approved law school

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

ProLaw

Excel

e-document management software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join their team in Lancaster, PA. The role involves handling all aspects of workers' compensation defense litigation and providing strategic legal analysis to clients.

Duties

• Handle all aspects of workers' compensation defense litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, hearings, and appeals.
• Provide strategic legal analysis and case evaluations to employers, insurers, and third-party administrators.
• Prepare and present cases before Workers' Compensation Judges.
• Draft persuasive motions, briefs, and settlement evaluations.
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates, recommendations, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure efficient and effective case management.

Requirements

• JD degree from an ABA-approved law school and active license in good standing in Pennsylvania.
• 3 years of direct PA workers' compensation experience with the ability to handle all aspects of the litigation process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
• Self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management, strong organizational, and outstanding communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.

Education

• JD degree from an ABA-approved law school.

Certifications

• Active license in good standing in Pennsylvania.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Matching 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative and welcoming work environment.
• Work-life balance.