Worker’s Compensation Associate Attorney Review – Compromise & Release
About The Position
Abramson Labor Group is seeking a detail-oriented attorney for its Associate Review Team. The attorney will review and edit Compromise and Release (C&R) agreements before they are filed with the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB), ensuring settlements are accurate, complete, and positioned for approval. This is a high-volume, deadline-driven role requiring efficient work, strong organization under pressure, and close attention to detail. The attorney will verify settlement terms against case files, check addendums and attachments for consistency and compliance, identify issues that could delay approval, and communicate corrections to internal teams. The role also involves managing a daily caseload, prioritizing files by urgency and deadlines, and maintaining accurate updates in the firm’s case management system.
Requirements
- Candidates must be in good standing with the California State Bar.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Able to review a large number of settlement documents while maintaining quality.
- Able to consistently meet turnaround times and manage filing deadlines.
- Able to track multiple files at different stages and prioritize work as priorities shift.
- Able to provide concise, actionable feedback and escalate issues when needed.
- Able to work independently with accountability.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with California workers’ compensation, particularly on the applicant side.
- Familiarity with C&R drafting, WCAB approval requirements, and common OSA issues.
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Review and edit C&R agreements and related addendums prepared by the settlement team for accuracy and completeness before filing.
- Verify settlement terms against case files, including ADJ numbers, dates of injury, body parts, settlement amounts, attorney fees, permanent disability advances, liens, and future medical provisions.
- Review addendums and attachments, including Employment Separation Agreements, Medicare-related language, and supplemental terms, for consistency with the C&R and compliance with WCAB requirements.
- Identify and correct errors, omissions, and problematic language that could result in an Order Suspending Action (OSA) or delay approval.
- Communicate required corrections clearly to Settlement Admins and other internal teams.
- Manage a steady daily caseload, prioritize files by urgency and deadline, and keep reviews moving so settlements are filed on time.
- Maintain accurate status updates and notes in the firm’s case management system.
- Work through the review queue with minimal supervision and raise concerns when needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
