Workers Compensation Lateral Partner Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Leadership training programs

Comprehensive health insurance

Casual dress code

Mental health support resources

Employee resource groups promoting D&I

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Lateral Partner Attorney to join our Atlanta, GA team. The ideal candidate will bring substantial workers' compensation defense experience and a commitment to excellence in legal practice.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic file development, and collaboration with a seasoned team in a fast-paced environment. Firm resources include comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of workers' compensation defense experience.
• Georgia licensure to practice law.
• Strong organization and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess files and set action plans, budgets, and expectations.
• Identify pleadings and delegate tasks to paralegals.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions and hearings, providing thorough reports.
• Negotiate settlements and prepare for trial when needed.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Georgia Bar License

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation Lateral Partner Attorney to join their team in Atlanta, GA. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in workers' compensation defense and a strong commitment to excellence in legal practice.

Duties

• Assess new files to establish action plans, budgets, and recommendations.
• Identify pleading requirements and delegate tasks to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare discovery responses and manage document production.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and other discovery events, providing thorough reports.
• Negotiate settlements, secure authority, and prepare for trial as necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with paralegals and legal assistants.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of practice experience in workers' compensation defense preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in Georgia.
• Superior organizational abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to effectively multitask.
• Capacity to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Mindset geared toward embracing AI to innovate and elevate everyday legal work.

Education

Juris Doctorate or equivalent.

Certifications

Bar license in Georgia.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave.
• Leadership training programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Casual dress code.
• Mental health support resources.
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.