Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
About The Position
Our client, a California-exclusive workers' compensation defense firm, is seeking Workers' Compensation Defense Attorneys to join their growing team. This role involves representing employers and insurers in all aspects of workers' compensation defense before the Workers Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB), including hearings, conferences, and trials. The attorney will manage a full caseload, drive claims toward efficient, favorable outcomes, and handle depositions (including medical depositions). Responsibilities include drafting and arguing motions, preparing legal filings under California workers' compensation law, negotiating settlements, conducting legal research, and maintaining communication with adjusters and clients.
Requirements
- 2–10 years of California workers' compensation defense experience, with at least 1.5 years of dedicated experience representing employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Active license with the California State Bar
- Experience handling depositions
- Comfortable working in a paperless practice environment with dictation software
- Experience collaborating with legal assistants and team members
Nice To Haves
- Experience handling doctor depositions is a strong plus
- Trial experience as first or second chair is a plus
- High billable hours in legal practice are a plus
- Experience in client-facing legal work is a plus
Responsibilities
- Represent employers and insurers in all aspects of workers compensation defense before the Workers Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB), including hearings, conferences, and trials
- Manage a full caseload and drive claims toward efficient, favorable outcomes
- Take and defend depositions, including medical depositions when applicable
- Draft and argue motions and prepare legal filings under California workers' compensation law
- Negotiate settlements and resolve claims strategically
- Conduct legal research related to workers' compensation statutes and case law
- Maintain regular communication with adjusters and clients regarding case strategy and status
Benefits
- Quarterly bonus opportunity
- Collaborative case management with legal assistant support
- Billable credit for legal assistant work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
