Workers Compensation Attorney

Workers' Compensation Attorney (Hybrid - Orange County, CA)
Location: California
Compensation: Competitive base + quarterly bonus

Overview
A rapidly growing, nationally recognized litigation firm is seeking a Workers' Compensation Attorney to join its California team. This firm is known for its high-quality defense work, industry thought leadership, and long-standing client relationships within the workers' compensation space.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful litigation responsibility, flexibility, and a clear path to advancement within a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of workers' compensation defense matters from inception through resolution
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, and motion practice
• Appear before Workers' Compensation Appeals Boards (WCAB) as needed
• Communicate directly with clients, including insurance carriers, employers, and third-party administrators
• Develop case strategy and proactively manage files to resolution
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in a high-volume environment

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar admission (required)
• Experience in workers' compensation defense preferred (open to strong litigation backgrounds)
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage a caseload independently in a hybrid/remote environment

Work Structure

• Hybrid model
• Travel required for hearings, depositions, and occasional in-office meetings
• Office space available if desired

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + quarterly bonus opportunities
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys + 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match (up to 10%)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Team events, referral bonuses, and employee discount programs

EOE:
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a writing sample to:
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Pay:$140,000.00 - $220,000.00