Litigation Attorney Workers' Compensation (California)

ICW Group•Minneapolis, MN

4d•$119,749 - $201,948•Remote

About The Position

The Litigation Attorney handles workers’ compensation cases of varying complexity and provides litigation and claims-related legal advice and services across the company. The role independently manages a caseload of moderate-exposure cases and standard litigation matters, using legal expertise and litigation skills to pursue effective outcomes for ICW Group. The attorney manages assigned matters from investigation and discovery through trial preparation and court proceedings, including depositions, site inspections, hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations. The role represents ICW Group, related entities, and insureds in California state and federal courts, administrative boards, appellate proceedings, and other court proceedings. It also supports premium-audit disputes, subpoenas, and third-party discovery. The attorney analyzes legal and factual issues, conducts legal research, develops and communicates litigation strategies, and provides accurate legal analysis and recommendations to clients and claims personnel. The position supports timely and cost-effective case resolution, advises on new legislation and court decisions, communicates with internal and external clients, and directs legal support staff in assigned matters. The role follows company policies and procedures and the California Rules of Professional Conduct. The position operates in office and court environments, requires frequent use of standard office equipment, and involves travel to court and other business locations. ICW Group is not currently offering employment sponsorship for this opportunity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
A minimum of 5 to 8 years of workers’ compensation litigation experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of California, with no history of public or private reprisals.
Proficient knowledge of litigating California workers’ compensation matters and experience handling cases of various types.
Solid understanding of workers’ compensation administrative rules, procedures, laws, and statutes.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, maintain a strong work ethic, and exercise initiative.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with internal and external clients.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, legal materials, and medical records.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to respond effectively to inquiries and concerns from clients, businesses, State Bar or Judiciary members, and regulatory agencies, including sensitive matters.
Ability to present information verbally and in writing to clients, claims personnel, management, mediators, arbitrators, judges, juries, and the public.
Proficient use of a personal computer and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, and PowerPoint; ability to learn proprietary computer applications.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts, including fractions, percentages, ratios, algebra, and geometry, to practical situations.
Ability to synthesize information, form conclusions, solve problems, define legal issues, gather data, establish facts, draw legal conclusions, and implement strategic resolutions.
Expert time-management skills, appropriate delegation, and ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with business legal principles and practices, including billing practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

Provide litigation services and handle all aspects of assigned workers’ compensation matters.
Manage the legal process from investigation and discovery through trial preparation and proceedings, including depositions, site inspections, hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations.
Litigate workers’ compensation cases in California before state and federal courts, administrative boards, and other proceedings.
Represent ICW Group, related entities, and insureds before administrative boards, state and federal courts, the Court of Appeal, and the California Supreme Court.
Assist with premium-audit disputes, subpoenas, and third-party discovery.
Analyze legal and factual issues, conduct legal research, and develop and present defense strategies.
Ensure prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases.
Provide legal analysis and strategy recommendations to clients and claims personnel.
Assist in analyzing and distributing information about legislation, regulations, court decisions, and proceedings.
Provide strategic legal advice and implement clear, cost-effective, and efficient action plans.
Assess law and facts and recommend timely case resolution.
Review claims referrals and determine whether outside investigation or additional information is needed.
Communicate legal and factual information, advice, and services to clients and claims professionals in a timely and effective manner.
Develop legal strategies for all stages of litigation and share them with claims personnel and clients.
Direct legal support staff, including assistants and paralegals; assign and delegate work, review and approve legal documents, and train, coach, and mentor staff as appropriate.
Ensure timely filing of pleadings, motions, and other documents with courts or administrative boards.
Build and foster internal and external client relationships with a customer-centric focus.
Adhere to ICW Group policies and procedures and the California Rules of Professional Conduct.