Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Orion Placement; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Ongoing professional development

Flexible hybrid work

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Job summary

Confidential Employer in St. Louis, MO is seeking an experienced workers' compensation defense attorney to independently manage cases from investigation through resolution.

You will represent employers and insurers at hearings, depositions, trials, and settlements, crafting effective litigation strategies and reviewing medical records. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary between $90,000 and $110,000 per year, a robust benefits package including health, life and vision insurance, a

Qualifications

• Active Missouri Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of workers' compensation litigation experience.
• Experience handling workers' compensation matters in Missouri and Illinois.
• Illinois Bar admission or willingness to obtain additional licensure.
• Experience independently managing litigation matters, including hearings and depositions.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Relevant personal injury litigation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage workers' compensation defense cases from initial investigation through resolution.
• Represent employers and insurers in hearings, depositions, trials, and settlement negotiations.
• Develop effective litigation strategies and evaluate medical records, evidence, and claims.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal opinions, and case evaluation reports.
• Handle workers' compensation matters involving Missouri and Illinois laws and procedures.
• Build trusted client relationships through clear communication and practical legal guidance.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues on complex litigation while developing your own practice.

Skills

Litigation

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Missouri Bar license

Illinois Bar admission or willingness to obtain licensure

Job description

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Flexible Hybrid Schedule: Enjoy significant work-from-home flexibility following initial onboarding and training.
• Excellent Career Growth: Build your litigation career with mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities for advancement.
• Meaningful Litigation Work: Take ownership of interesting cases and make a direct impact for employers and insurers.
• Performance Bonuses: Earn additional compensation through our billable-hour incentive program.
• Supportive Team & Great Benefits: Work with experienced attorneys, dedicated legal support staff, and approachable leadership that values work-life balance.

Location

St. Louis, MO | Hybrid

Enjoy the best of both worlds with a flexible hybrid schedule and significant opportunities to work from home after initial in-office onboarding and training. Our team values flexibility, independence, and a healthy work-life balance.

Note

Candidates must have an active Missouri Bar license and 2+ years of workers' compensation litigation experience, including experience handling matters in both Missouri and Illinois. Illinois Bar admission or willingness to obtain the required additional license is also important. We welcome experienced attorneys who can independently manage cases.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We're an established, respected law firm dedicated to representing employers and insurance companies in complex workers' compensation and insurance defense matters. Our attorneys enjoy a collaborative environment where professional growth, meaningful work, and long-term career success are genuinely valued.

Job Description

• Independently manage workers' compensation defense cases from initial investigation through resolution.
• Represent employers and insurers in hearings, depositions, trials, and settlement negotiations.
• Develop effective litigation strategies and evaluate medical records, evidence, and claims.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal opinions, and case evaluation reports.
• Handle workers' compensation matters involving Missouri and Illinois laws and procedures.
• Build trusted client relationships through clear communication and practical legal guidance.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues on complex litigation while developing your own practice.

Qualifications

• Active Missouri Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of workers' compensation litigation experience.
• Experience handling workers' compensation matters in Missouri and Illinois.
• Illinois Bar admission or willingness to obtain additional required licensure.
• Experience independently managing litigation matters, including hearings and depositions.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Relevant personal injury litigation experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe talented attorneys deserve more than just a job. You'll join a welcoming team that invests in your growth, respects your independence, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, ongoing professional development, flexible hybrid work, and performance-based bonus opportunities.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance