Senior Staff Attorney, Workers' Compensation
About The Position
As a Senior Staff Attorney in The Hartford’s Workers’ Compensation group, you’ll own a Texas WC defense caseload end to end—partnering closely with claims professionals to set strategy, evaluate exposure, and drive thoughtful, timely resolutions. This is a role for a litigator who enjoys autonomy, values practical problem-solving, and wants the support and stability of an in-house practice while staying close to the courtroom when it counts. This role is remote in the state of Texas except for required appearances. Ideally, we are looking for someone in the Central Texas region, around Austin or San Antonio, although you will cover cases all throughout the state, as most WC appearances are remote. Why You’ll Love This Role Invested in your Growth: Ongoing training, mentorship, and development pathways are built so you can expand your skills and take on greater responsibility. Drive Case strategy and outcomes: Manage a WC caseload with meaningful autonomy—build the strategy, make the calls, and see matters through resolution. In-house partnership model: Collaborate closely with Claims Partners and advise insureds directly. Modern practice, modern tools: Leverage case management and approved technology—including progressive AI tools. Work from home day to day, with occasional in-person collaboration (approximately 2 times per year) and required appearances as the case demands.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- 5+ years of legal practice experience with significant, independent handling of complex Texas workers’ compensation cases.
- Active license to practice law in Texas
- Member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association.
- Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment.
- Professional, client-focused communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a matrixed environment (legal + claims).
- Comfort working in a primarily remote environment and using technology to manage a paperless practice.
- Texas DWC hearing experience.
- Experience drafting DWC forms, preparing medical analysis letters for Designated Doctor Exams, and preparing and presenting evidence and witnesses in BRCs and CCHs.
Nice To Haves
- Trial/hearing experience preferred.
- Demonstrated interest in mentoring/training and contributing to process improvements.
Responsibilities
- Independently handle all phases of Texas workers’ compensation defense, including Designated Doctor Exam requests, Benefit Review Conferences, Contested Case Hearings, and other task-based assignments.
- Prepare and present witnesses and evidence before the Administrative Law Judges.
- Identify opportunities for and submit requests for SIF reimbursements in cases where Hartford has over-paid benefits.
- Provide timely, clear legal advice to claims partners and insureds; communicate case status, recommendations, and valuation updates consistently.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with opposing counsel, judges/boards, and external partners while demonstrating diplomacy and strong advocacy.
- Contribute to a learning culture by participating in team huddles, case roundtables, file reviews, and occasional training for attorneys and claims partners.
- Stay current on changes in Texas workers’ compensation law, procedures, and legal technology; maintain continuing legal education as required.
Benefits
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and development pathways
- Support and stability of an in-house practice
- Work from home day to day
- Occasional in-person collaboration (approximately 2 times per year)
- Leverage case management and approved technology—including progressive AI tools.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
