The Hartford-posted 3 days ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Remote • Brea, CA
5,001-10,000 employees

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. Why you'll Love This Role: Hands-On Litigation Experience: Manage your own caseload and gain practical experience through depositions and hearing before the Workers' Compensation Boards in Van Nuys, Marina Del Rey, Los Angeles and Oxnard. Growth-Oriented Culture: We're committed to your development. As a CLE provider, we offer ongoing learning opportunities to help you stay sharp and advance your legal career. We also offer mentoring and regular monthly coaching as you develop as a lawyer. Utilization of progressive AI Tools: Leverage progressive AI tools to streamline legal research and enhance your day-to-day efficiency. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced Attorneys and Claims professionals in a matrixed business setting that encourages knowledge-sharing and teamwork. Client-Centered Impact: Play a key role in delivering strategic legal solutions that protect insureds and support our mission of exceptional customer service. Flexible Work Model: Enjoy the benefits of remote work with occasional in-person collaboration ( approximately 2-4x annual). Inclusive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Life and Vision. 401K with co. match. Generous Paid time off allowance and Paid Holidays. Fitness Reimbursement. Work-related travel and parking is reimbursed. Volunteer Time off + Donation Matching What else can you tell me about this role? This position is a remote work opportunity. The WCAB is virtual and requires in-person appearances for expedited hearing and trial only. The selected candidate will travel within the following geography: Los Angeles, Long Beach, Marina Del Rey, Van Nuys and Oxnard, California. We offer flexible work arrangements and enjoy a business causal work environment.

  • 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
  • Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in the state of California, in good standing.
  • 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.
  • Legal internship or Law Clerk experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with Workers' Compensation a plus!
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Life and Vision
  • 401K with co. match
  • Generous Paid time off allowance and Paid Holidays
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Work-related travel and parking is reimbursed
  • Volunteer Time off + Donation Matching
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