Associate Attorney - Workers'' Compensation Defense

Job Description Job Description Pay: $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a well-established California defense firm with a strong statewide workers' compensation practice. Work remotely while handling meaningful litigation for employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators. Build hands-on experience managing files, appearing before the WCAB, and developing defense strategies. Grow in a practical, tech-forward environment focused on efficient case handling and strong client service. This is a great opportunity for an attorney with at least 1 year of California workers' compensation defense experience who wants more responsibility, flexibility, and long-term career growth. Competitive compensation based on experience, with strong upside for candidates who can independently manage files. Location This is a remote position, but candidates must live in Orange County or Los Angeles County, California, to support regional court appearances, client needs, and local case handling. Note Must be licensed to practice law in California, live in Orange County or Los Angeles County, and have at least 1 year of California workers' compensation defense experience. About Us We are a California defense litigation firm representing employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in workers' compensation and employment-related matters. Our team focuses on practical, strategic, and cost-effective legal solutions for clients across a wide range of industries. Confidential Employer. Job Description Manage California workers' compensation defense matters from assignment through resolution. Represent employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in WCAB proceedings. Attend hearings, conferences, depositions, trials, and other workers' compensation litigation events. Draft pleadings, reports, settlement documents, correspondence, and case evaluations. Analyze claims, evaluate exposure, and help develop efficient defense strategies. Communicate with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, medical providers, and experts. Negotiate settlements and work toward practical, cost-effective outcomes. Use technology and strong organization to manage files efficiently in a remote environment. Qualifications Active California Bar license in good standing. 1+ year of California workers' compensation defense experience required. Experience handling WCAB appearances, hearings, settlements, and file management preferred. Employer, carrier, or TPA defense experience strongly preferred. Strong writing, communication, organization, and client service skills. Ability to work independently in a remote role while staying responsive and deadline-oriented. Must currently live in Orange County or Los Angeles County, California. Why You Will Love Working Here Remote flexibility with a respected California defense platform. Opportunity to grow your workers' compensation defense career without being micromanaged. Meaningful case responsibility and client-facing work. Supportive team environment with experienced attorneys and established systems. Strong long-term opportunity for attorneys who want to build a focused litigation practice. JPC-1043 Benefits: Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance