Workers Compensation Defense Attorney-CA Remote

Jobot; West Valley City (UT); Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in legal services is seeking a seasoned Workers Compensation Defense Attorney to join their dynamic remote team. This exciting role offers the chance to handle a diverse range of challenging cases, focusing on defending employers' rights in workers' compensation and civil litigation. Ideal candidates are self-starters with a strong work ethic and excellent problem-solving abilities. You will manage a caseload, develop defense strategies, conduct legal research, and provide exceptional client service. If you are passionate about employment law and looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in workers' compensation defense or civil litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of workers' compensation cases from inception to resolution.
• Develop defense strategies and represent clients in hearings and trials.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Legal research software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Workers Compensation Defense Attorney - CA Remote

This range is provided by Jobot. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

A Top Workers Compensation Defense and Civil Litigation Firm Seeks a seasoned WC Defense Attorney!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Workers Compensation Defense Attorney to join our dynamic team. This position is remote and offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of challenging cases. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for defending the rights of employers in workers' compensation cases. This role involves handling all aspects of workers' compensation defense, civil litigation, fraud, insurance coverage issues, employment law, labor law, wrongful termination, harassment, ADA, and employee handbooks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing a caseload of workers' compensation cases, from inception through resolution.
• Develop and implement defense strategies, conduct discovery, take and defend depositions, draft and argue motions, and represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on complex issues related to workers' compensation, employment law, labor law, and insurance coverage.
• Handle all aspects of civil litigation, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and representing clients in court.
• Investigate and defend against fraud claims.
• Advise clients on employment law issues, including wrongful termination, harassment, and ADA compliance.
• Assist in the development and revision of employee handbooks to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in workers' compensation laws and regulations.
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, including timely updates on case status and legal advice in understandable terms.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient and effective case management.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in workers' compensation defense, civil litigation, OR employment law.
• Proven track record of successfully defending clients in workers' compensation cases.
• Strong knowledge of workers' compensation laws and regulations, civil litigation procedures, and employment laws.
• Experience in handling insurance coverage issues, fraud investigations, and labor law issues.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts in understandable terms.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Proficiency in using legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

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Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration