Workers Compensation Defense Attorney

Randstad, in partnership with an industry‑leading property and casualty insurer, is actively seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join their claims legal department in Glendale, CA. Our client features an established, rich history, offering a collaborative, inclusive environment committed to professional development, advocacy, and clinical legal excellence. It’s not just a job, it’s a career—and we are here to support you every step of the way. As a Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney, you will play a vital role in resolving claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible. You will actively manage, investigate, and represent Workers’ Compensation cases from inception through final conclusion, including dismissal, settlement, or trial. Collaborating directly with experienced adjusters and corporate clients, you will lead high‑impact dispute resolution and defensive advocacy. What’s in It For You? Salary Range $122,000 - $184,000 / year (depending on experience, set at point of offer) Robust professional growth, hands‑on litigation, ongoing legal training, and dedicated mentorship. Benefits Eligibility Hanover provides powerful tools to help our employees maintain healthy lifestyles, save for the future, build financial security and achieve personal goals. Office Location Glendale, CA, USA, 91203 Work Model Preferred Hybrid in Glendale, Remote option available with Monthly/Quarterly office presence Key Responsibilities Handle a caseload of Workers' Compensation cases actively managing each claim from initial notice of loss through final resolution. Meet with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost‑effective and legally sound manner. Answer and develop legal theories and affirmative defenses tailored to the specifics of each Workers' Compensation claim. Engage in routine motion practice, discovery, and research to build robust defenses and advocate effectively for clients. Handle routine depositions, hearings, conferences, and trials representing clients with professional decorum and exceptional courtroom skills. Travel to regional boards and courts as required to advocate on behalf of clients and represent the firm's interests. Skills & Experience Experience : Direct experience handling complex Workers' Compensation matters Licensure : Admitted to the California State Bar (and must maintain licensing in good standing to practice law in the assigned jurisdictions). Compliance : Must hold a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), and demonstrate a strict ability to maintain confidentiality. Advocacy : Possess the distinct knowledge and ability to assist, defend, or plead for another in legal forums. Communication : Knowledge and ability to deliberately and precisely exchange thoughts, legal theories, and opinions; must effectively translate complex legal language and ideas into layman's terms for clients and claims professionals. Organization Skills : Demonstrated ability to categorize and prioritize work and information to maximize daily productivity and caseload progression. Desired Skills and Experience Computer Literacy : Proficiency in using and toggling between multiple systems, MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and the daily proactive management of email and legal calendars. Team Environment : Able to work seamlessly in a highly collaborative team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, legal support staff, and claims professionals. Investigative Skills : Analytical ability to follow up step‑by‑step on inquiries or observations; to trace, track, search, or examine with high care and accuracy. Specifically, must take and preserve evidence that may be used in reaching sound legal conclusions. Legal Research : Proven capability to locate relevant cases, treaties, codified laws, and statutes aimed at the discovery and interpretation of law, drawing accurate, reasonable conclusions and rendering clear legal opinions. Courtroom Skills : Demonstrates appropriate courtroom behavior, attire, and decorum. Deeply familiar with the rules, regulations, and procedures that govern proceedings and conduct in courts of law and other legal forums. Highly dedicated to providing exceptional professional service to clients. #J-18808-Ljbffr