Deputy City Attorney I/II - Workers' Compensation

Los Angeles City Attorney's Office • Los Angeles, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices, providing a wide range of legal services to the City of Los Angeles. The Workers' Compensation Division specifically defends the City in industrial injury claims litigated before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). Attorneys in this division represent the City in workers' compensation cases filed by City employees, handling all aspects of litigation, including pre-trial discovery and appellate processes. Some attorneys may also be required to handle mediation and arbitration for claims filed by city employees covered by Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Agreements.

Requirements

• License to practice law in all of the courts in the State of California.
• At least two years of experience practicing in California workers' compensation law.
• Familiarity with medical terms and the ability to analyze medical reports and diagnostic records.
• Familiarity with WCAB rules and regulations and hearing procedures.
• An understanding of the California disability rating system.
• Willingness and ability to handle a caseload that requires travel throughout Southern California for court appearances.
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Writing sample

Nice To Haves

• Experience practicing in California’s workers’ compensation law of four years or more.
• Demonstrated excellent research and writing skills in complex areas of law.
• Familiarity with ADR programs and the ability to represent the City in mediation and arbitration in ADR claims.
• Ability to deal effectively with public officials, personnel from many City Departments, and members of the public.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Appellate experience.
• A Petition for Reconsideration, Trial Brief or Petition for Writ of Review as a writing sample.

Responsibilities

• Appear before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB).
• Appear on occasion in the State Appellate Courts.
• Handle mediation and arbitration for claims filed by city employees who are covered by ADR Agreements.
• Conduct pre-trial discovery.
• Handle appellate processes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Los Angeles City Employees’ Retirement System (LACERS) pension plan, with City contributions.
• Two-year probationary period leading to tenure with the office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level