Staff Counsel

Workers Compensation Staff Counsel

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. is looking for a licensed Connecticut attorney to manage a case load of Connecticut Workers’ Compensation files. The role involves pre‑trial discovery, drafting pleadings, communicating with parties, and presenting defense strategies in court while upholding AmTrust’s mission, vision and values.

• Independently represent the Employer/Carrier before the assigned Judge of Compensation Claims and present witnesses and evidence at administrative hearings.
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive legal research, and develop and present defense strategies.
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Provide effective and timely communications, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals.
• Use independent judgment and analytical skills required for litigation.
• Assist in developing training materials for the WC claim department.
• Work with the WC claim department and Law Department on special projects related to workers’ compensation practice.
• Communicate with the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in accordance with office procedures.
• Ensure prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Keep current with market trends; attend continuing legal education seminars.
• Perform other functionally related duties as assigned.
• Travel daily for in‑person hearings.

• Licensed Connecticut state attorney required.
• Knowledge of Workers’ Compensation statutes and applications.
• 3+ years of workers’ compensation litigation experience.
• Exceptional research, litigation and analytical skills.

The expected salary range for this role is $76,600–$135,000, based on factors such as experience, education, responsibilities and market conditions.

Competitive compensation package and career advancement opportunities. Benefits include Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance (eligible spouses & children), Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401(k) Savings Plans, and Paid Time Off.

About AmTrust:
AmTrust Financial Services offers a supportive environment for growth and professional development.