Attorney I

SAIF Corporation•Portland, OR

2d•Remote

About The Position

Like all divisions at SAIF Corporation, the Legal Division prides itself on providing superior service to employers throughout the state of Oregon, as well as excellent training to SAIF employees. We think our trial attorneys’ work is pretty exciting: They represent SAIF and its policyholders at hearings and other claims-related proceedings, and they mediate or negotiate appropriate claims to settlement. As experts in Oregon workers’ compensation laws and rules, as well as SAIF’s policies and procedures, they also work closely with staff in the Claims Division and provide legal advice regarding claims to other SAIF staff and our policyholders. The person selected for this position will need to reside in Oregon and will have the option to work out of their home office or from any of SAIF’s regional offices. There will be occasional travel throughout Oregon. This position has the ability to work remotely from your home in Oregon, however, the selected candidate will need to be available to handle cases largely based out of the Salem and/or Portland area. We regularly review our case assignments and at times make adjustments to location assignments based on business needs. Please note: We have posted three attorney recruitments to attract candidates with varying skill and experience levels. Please apply to the posting that best aligns with your qualifications. Skills and experience will be assessed during the recruitment process, and the appropriate level will be confirmed, and adjustments can be made if necessary.

Requirements

Law degree with license to practice law in Oregon or the ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of trial, administrative hearings, appellate, or workers’ compensation experience preferred.
Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

This position requires driving a SAIF vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of SAIF. The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence along with an acceptable driving record according to SAIF’s policy.
Develop the necessary skills to represent SAIF and its insureds at hearings, on other claims-related proceedings, or on appeal.
Attend hearings and conduct trials.
Mediate or negotiate and settle claims.
Provide legal advice to SAIF personnel and insureds in claims-related matters.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of Oregon workers’ compensation laws and rules and SAIF’s policies and procedures.
Ensure work conducted complies with all applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
Develop oral and written communication skills and obtain the necessary medical knowledge to effectively interact with insureds and medical professionals, and to advocate effectively on appeal, if applicable.
Acquire the ability to handle depositions of lay and medical witnesses and conduct doctor conferences, if applicable.
Cultivate the legal and medical knowledge necessary to independently participate in geographic staffing, and to provide general legal advice on workers’ compensation related issues.
Explore diverse perspectives and consistently behave sensitively toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating.
Work effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and/or work styles.
This position requires driving a SAIF vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of SAIF. The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence along with an acceptable driving record according to SAIF’s policy.