Workers' Compensation Partner

Leoforce; Bedminster Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Flexibility

PTO

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

Bonus Pay

Job summary

Leoforce in Bedminster, NJ is seeking a mid-level attorney specializing in workers' compensation defense to manage a full caseload, prepare legal documents, and conduct depositions.

The ideal candidate holds a JD, is admitted to the State Bar, has 8+ years of experience, and excels in negotiation, research, and staying current with WC laws.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the State Bar.
• Minimum 8+ years of workers' compensation defense experience.
• Proven track record in depositions and trials.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple cases and tasks.
• Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of workers' compensation cases of varying complexity.
• Prepare legal documents and reports with high accuracy.
• Conduct depositions of claimants, medical personnel, and others.
• Represent employers and carriers before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board.
• Perform legal research to stay updated on current WC laws and regulations.
• Negotiate settlements with claims adjusters as needed.

Skills

Active Bar Membership

Case management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Legal research software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $120,000 - $190,000 per year

Job Details

Bedminster,NJ, US

Responsibilities

• 1. Manage a full caseload of workers' compensation cases of varying degrees of complexity.
• 2. Prepare legal documents and reports with a high level of accuracy.
• 3. Conduct depositions of claimants, medical personnel, and other relevant parties.
• 4. Represent employers and carriers before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board.
• 5. Conduct and direct legal research to stay updated on current workers' compensation laws and regulations.
• 6. Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in conjunction with claims adjusters.

Qualifications

• 1. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• 2. Active member in good standing with the State Bar.
• 3. Minimum of 8+ years of experience in workers' compensation defense.
• 4. Proven track record in conducting depositions and trials.
• 5. Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• 6. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple cases and tasks.
• 7. Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• 8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

A bit about us:

Our client is an extremely well known national defense litigation firm with 12 offices across the country.

Why join us?

• Remote Flexibility
• PTO
• 401K
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Bonus Pay

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