Workers Compensation Defense Associate Attorney
About The Position
Foster Swift Collins & Smith P.C. is hiring a full-time associate attorney for its Workers’ Compensation Defense Group in the Lansing office. The attorney will handle workers’ compensation cases, work collaboratively with attorneys and legal support staff, and communicate with clients, courts, witnesses, and opposing counsel. The firm offers hands-on training and support to help newly licensed attorneys learn the Michigan Workers’ Compensation system. The role provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated civil litigation matters in a collaborative, team-oriented environment at a Michigan law firm with more than 100 years of legal experience.
Requirements
- Member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan.
- One to three years of experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; candidates must enjoy writing.
- Highly motivated, high energy, and results-driven.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to outstanding customer service.
- High-level proficiency with Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Responsibilities
- Handle all aspects of workers’ compensation cases.
- Analyze legal and factual issues, conduct extensive legal research, and develop well-reasoned legal arguments.
- Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure effective claim handling.
- Appear regularly before workers’ compensation magistrates and conduct depositions and trials.
- Maintain prompt communication with clients and provide status reports.
- Communicate professionally and diplomatically with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
