Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (Hybrid)

Job Description

A well-established insurance defense firm is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney for its Richmond office (can be onsite , hybrid, or remote ).

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This is a 100% workers’ compensation defense role supporting a 100–150 file docket with regular hearings before the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission.

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We are moving efficiently and can take someone from first conversation to decision within about two weeks.

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Responsibilities

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• Manage and assist on a robust workers’ compensation defense docket
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• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, medical summaries, position statements, and settlement documents
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• Conduct depositions and prepare for hearings as experience permits
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• Attend regular Workers’ Compensation hearings (multiple per month)
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• Work directly with experienced partners while building autonomy
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• Contribute to case evaluation, negotiation, and settlement evaluations
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• Communicate with clients, claims professionals, medical providers, and opposing counsel
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Qualifications

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• J.D. from an accredited law school.
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• Virginia Bar admission required
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• For associate candidates : 1–10 years of Workers’ Compensation defense experience
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• For partner candidates : 10+ years of Workers’ Compensation defense experience
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• Strong writing, analysis, and file management skills
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• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-moving practice
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• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a heavy workload and multi-task
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• Medical background knowledge is a plus
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• Deposition and hearing experience preferred
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Compensation

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• Base salary range: $95,000 – $150,000 plus performance-based bonuses.
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• Annual incentives available above 1,850 billable hours.
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This role is a litigation-heavy, performance-oriented defense platform designed for attorneys who want courtroom exposure and file ownership.

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Confidential inquiries welcome.