Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation

The Hartford • Irvine, CA

65d • $81,840 - $122,760 • Remote

About The Position

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. Are you a passionate legal professional looking to make a meaningful impact while growing your career in supportive, inclusive environment? Join our dynamic in-house legal team as an Associate-Workers' Compensation, where your expertise will help shape outcomes for our clients and insureds across California.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in the state of California, in good standing.
• Legal internship or Law Clerk experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Workers' Compensation a plus!
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong MS office proficiency (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Effective communicator with strong negotiations skills.
• Positive minded and collaborate team-player attitude.
• Intentional planning skills and execution of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic legal defenses for Workers' Compensation cases.
• Manage a case load of between 90-100 cases in chief (including master and companion files).
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of complex issues.
• Draft and argue petitions.
• Represent clients in hearing, trials, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.
• Collaborate with Claims Partners to drive favorable outcomes.
• Participate in team huddles and claims file reviews to enhance legal strategy and client service.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Life and Vision insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Generous Paid time off allowance and Paid Holidays.
• Fitness Reimbursement.
• Work-related travel and parking reimbursement.
• Volunteer Time off + Donation Matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees