Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney — Complex Claims

Haight Brown & Bonesteel; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Haight, Brown & Bonesteel LLP seeks an attorney to join our Workers’ Compensation team in California. The role can be based in Walnut Creek or other CA offices including San Diego, LA, Sacramento, or Irvine.

The attorney will handle all aspects of workers’ compensation litigation, including depositions and appearances at the WCAB, and will develop strategies for efficient case resolution with responsibility at all levels of complexity.

Qualifications

• Experience in WC on either the defense or applicant side.
• Familiarity with the WCAB procedures and the California Workers’ Compensation laws.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of workers’ compensation litigation including taking depositions and appearances at the WCAB.
• Assume responsibility for cases at all levels of complexity.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Develop strategies leading to efficient resolution of cases.
• Negotiate and settle cases-in-chief as well as liens.
• Draft pleadings and reports.
• Depose applicants and physicians.

Skills

WC litigation

Client communication

Job description

Haight, Brown & Bonesteel LLP seeks an attorney to join our Workers’ Compensation team in California. The role can be based in Walnut Creek or other CA offices including San Diego, LA, Sacramento, or Irvine.

The attorney will handle all aspects of workers’ compensation litigation, including depositions and appearances at the WCAB, and will develop strategies for efficient case resolution with responsibility at all levels of complexity.