NJ Workers' Compensation Staff Counsel

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.

80d

About The Position

The position of NJ Workers' Compensation Staff Counsel will be responsible for managing a case load from inception to court. Responsibilities include pre-trial discoveries, drafting pleadings, communicating with involved parties, and presenting defense strategies in court. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization.

Requirements

• State licensed attorney in New Jersey
• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation statutes and its application.
• 1+ years of workers’ compensation litigation experience

Nice To Haves

• PA and/or NY license would be a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Independently represents the Employer/Carrier before the assigned Judge of Compensation Claims and present witnesses and evidence at administrative hearings on litigated workers’ compensation claims.
• Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of the Employer/Carrier.
• Prepares pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues.
• Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills.
• Assists in developing training materials for the WC claim department.
• Works with the WC claim department and Law Department on special projects related to the practice of workers' compensation.
• Communicates with the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in a manner consistent with established office procedures.
• Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Keeps current with market trends and demands. Attend continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise.
• Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Plans
• Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children
• Health Care Flexible Spending
• Dependent Care
• 401k Savings Plans
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed