Associate Attorney

We are seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience representing TPAs, insurance carriers, and employers in workers' compensation matters and a strong interest in advocating for clients throughout the claims process.

This position offers a friendly, collaborative work environment with an emphasis on work-life balance. Remote work is available, provided the attorney is responsive during normal business hours and able to attend required in-person events. The firm maintains reasonable billing expectations.

• Manage workers' compensation matters from initial consultation through resolution.
• Represent TPAs, carriers, and employers in workers' compensation claims, administrative hearings, mediations, and court proceedings as needed.
• Prepare and file petitions, claims, briefs, appeals, reconsiderations, and other legal documents.
• Conduct depositions and amend deposition-related documents as necessary.
• Gather and evaluate evidence, medical records, and other case-related information.
• Coordinate with medical professionals and other relevant parties.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and advocate for favorable outcomes.
• Handle lien negotiations, contribution issues, penalties, and related workers' compensation matters.
• Conduct legal research and monitor developments in workers' compensation law and applicable regulations.
• Provide clients with practical legal advice regarding claims, potential outcomes, and litigation strategy.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case status, strategy, and developments.
• Ensure all legal documents, dictations, billing, and case-related work are accurate, timely, and complete.
• Maintain organized case files and meet applicable deadlines.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar license required.
• At least 1 year of workers' compensation or closely related litigation experience.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and litigation skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently.
• Workers' compensation certification is a plus but not required.

Remote work option available.

Must be available and responsive during standard business hours.

Occasional travel may be required for court appearances, client meetings, or professional development.

Ability to work for extended periods at a computer and handle legal documents.