Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (Remote)

Russell Tobin; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney for a fully remote role. The attorney will manage a caseload and handle legal arguments for clients in various California Workers' Compensation Boards. This position requires strong legal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a remote setting. Ideal candidates will have relevant legal experience and a keen ability to analyze complex legal issues.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of legal practice experience for Staff Attorney, 5+ years for Senior.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Positive and team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Workers' Compensation cases.
• Create and present defense strategies.
• Prepare and argue legal documents.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Prioritization skills

Education

JD from an accredited law school

California state bar license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lexis Nexis

Job description

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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