Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (Remote)

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Brea (CA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Los Angeles County Bar Association is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney for a fully remote position. Responsibilities include managing legal cases, conducting research, and communicating with clients and courts. The role requires a JD, California bar license, and relevant legal experience, with pay ranging from $60 to $90 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years for Staff Attorney, 5 years for Senior Staff Attorney in Workers' Compensation law.
• Trial experience preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Lexis Nexis.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Workers' Compensation cases.
• Conduct legal research and develop defense strategies.
• Prepare legal documentation and argue cases in hearings.

Skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented attitude

Communication

Education

JD from an accredited law school

California state bar license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lexis Nexis

Job description

Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (Remote)

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA

Brea

Remote

Title: Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (Remote)

Location: 100 % remote work from home

Shift timing: 9 am to 5 pm PST

Rate: $60 to $90/hr on W2

Position:

Overview:

• This is a fully remote, in-house position responsible for managing a designated caseload of Workers' Compensation cases and handling appearances before the California Workers' Compensation Boards in Marina Del Rey, Los Angeles, Van Nuys, and Oxnard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive legal research, and develop well-reasoned legal arguments.
• Independently create and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
• Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, petitions for reconsideration, and trial briefs.
• Collaborate with Claims Partners to achieve the best results for Hartford insured clients.
• Communicate effectively and promptly with clients on legal and factual issues, providing legal advice and updates.
• Maintain professional communication with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.
• Ensure efficient and effective resolution of assigned cases.
• Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials or administrative hearings.
• Research, draft, file, and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts.

Qualifications:

• Note: This position may be filled as a Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney, based on experience.

Staff Attorney Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of legal practice experience in Workers' Compensation law.
• JD from an accredited law school and California state bar license.
• Trial experience preferred but not required.
• Positive, collaborative, and team-oriented attitude.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Lexis Nexis experience is a plus.
• Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

Senior Staff Attorney Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of legal practice experience, including handling complex Workers' Compensation cases, such as life pension cases.
• JD from an accredited law school and California state bar license.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Positive, collaborative, and team-oriented attitude.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Lexis Nexis experience is a plus.
• Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to quickly adapt to new software.

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