Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney: Fastpaced Litigation

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus potential

Flexible work environment

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSA plans

Life Insurance

STD/LTD/AD&D

401(k) with match

Biometric wellness screenings

Job summary

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP is seeking a Workers' Compensation Attorney to defend cases from intake through resolution. The role involves discovery, depositions, motions, client communications, and court appearances as needed.

The ideal candidate has a JD, is admitted to the Florida Bar, and possesses 1–3 years of workers' compensation defense or civil litigation experience. Travel for hearings and mediations may be required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• 1–3 years of workers' compensation defense experience.
• Civil litigation defense experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manages workers' compensation defense cases from intake through resolution.
• Conducts discovery, including drafting/responding to requests and reviewing records.
• Conducts and defends depositions of claimants, witnesses, and experts.
• Drafts, argues, and responds to evidentiary and procedural motions.
• Prepares case evaluations, analyses, and status reports per client guidelines.
• Drafts pleadings, settlement proposals, and correspondence; represents clients at hearings, mediations, and court appearances (periodic travel required).
• Maintains accurate, timely billing and documentation in accordance with firm and client standards.
• Coordinates case tasks with paralegals and support staff.
• Participates in internal meetings and incorporates feedback from supervising attorneys.

Skills

Discovery

Deposition

Motion practice

Client communication

Case management

Education

J.D.

Florida Bar

Job description

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP is seeking a Workers' Compensation Attorney to defend cases from intake through resolution. The role involves discovery, depositions, motions, client communications, and court appearances as needed.

The ideal candidate has a JD, is admitted to the Florida Bar, and possesses 1–3 years of workers' compensation defense or civil litigation experience. Travel for hearings and mediations may be required.