Attorney - Workers' Compensation

Hamilton & Miller, PA•Miami, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP is a premier insurance defense trial law firm with a presence spanning Florida, New York, Virginia, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and The Bahamas. We are nationally recognized for our work in insurance defense, admiralty and maritime law, transportation and trucking, personal injury, premises liability, professional malpractice defense, construction, subrogation, and products liability litigation. The firm holds an AV® Preeminent rating-the highest peer-review distinction from Martindale-Hubbell-and is consistently ranked among the most diverse law firms in South Florida. Our attorneys are known for delivering swift, lucrative results, backed by a 24/7 emergency action response team serving clients in domestic and international jurisdictions. We are actively seeking a driven Workers' Compensation Attorney to join our highly skilled Workers' Compensation Defense Team. We are looking for a legal professional with a strong foundation in Workers' Compensation insurance defense and/or civil litigation to represent clients statewide before the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative team in a forward-thinking environment that values creativity, innovation, and expertise.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
2+ years of combined experience in Workers' Compensation insurance defense and/or civil litigation
A proven track record of managing a caseload independently and navigating all stages of litigation

Responsibilities

Manages workers' compensation defense cases from intake through resolution.
Conducts discovery, including drafting/responding to requests and reviewing records.
Conducts and defends depositions of claimants, witnesses, and experts.
Drafts, argues, and responds to evidentiary and procedural motions.
Prepares case evaluations, analyses, and status reports per client guidelines.
Drafts pleadings, settlement proposals, and correspondence; represents clients at hearings, mediations, and court appearances (periodic travel required).
Maintains accurate, timely billing and documentation in accordance with firm and client standards.
Coordinates case tasks with paralegals and support staff.
Participates in internal meetings and incorporates feedback from supervising attorneys.