Associate Attorney Defense Base Act
About The Position
Brown Sims is a respected litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for providing exceptional legal representation to insurers, businesses, and professionals across the United States. Our attorneys handle complex litigation matters delivering practical legal solutions and outstanding client service. We foster a collaborative and professional environment where attorneys are empowered to develop their skills, build meaningful client relationships, and grow their careers. Join Brown Sims as an Associate Attorney with our Defense Base Act team and become part of a dynamic litigation team either in one of our office locations in Texas, Florida, or Louisianna, or as a remote worker. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with an experienced supervising shareholder, manage a high-volume caseload, and gain hands-on experience in a unique federal workers' compensation practice. As you develop in the role, you will be entrusted with increasing responsibility and autonomy while building specialized expertise in this complex area of law.
Requirements
- 0–4 years of experience in litigation, workers' compensation, insurance defense, or a related practice area.
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while working collaboratively with supervising attorneys.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Experience drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
- Ability to draft and respond to discovery and develop strategic discovery plans.
- Ability to develop and execute litigation strategies and plans of action.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prepare client reports and effectively communicate case developments.
- Experience participating in depositions, mediations, hearings, or similar litigation proceedings.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Strong work ethic, professionalism, and a desire to grow within a specialized litigation practice.
Responsibilities
- Manage a high-volume caseload of Defense Base Act claims from file inception through resolution.
- Work collaboratively with a supervising shareholder to develop and execute litigation strategies.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other litigation-related documents.
- Prepare and respond to written discovery and develop case-specific discovery plans.
- Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal and factual issues related to federal workers' compensation claims.
- Develop and execute litigation plans designed to achieve favorable client outcomes.
- Prepare initial client reports and provide ongoing updates throughout the life of a case.
- Communicate effectively with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel.
- Participate in and conduct depositions, mediations, hearings, and other litigation proceedings.
- Assist with trial preparation and other critical litigation activities.
- Maintain a high standard of professionalism, responsiveness, and client service.
- Represent the firm during one domestic marketing trip annually.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Life Insurance.
- 401(k) Plan with Employer Match.
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Paid Holidays.
- Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities.
- Employer-Paid Parking.
- Mentorship from experienced attorneys and opportunities for professional development.
- A collaborative culture focused on excellence, client service, and career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
