Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney - Newly Barred CA Attorneys!

Orange, CA | $100-105k | Hybrid options available | Must be barred (or have a scheduled swear-in date) and residing in CA This Jobot Job is hosted by: Alizen Rodriguez Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $105,000 per year A bit about us: We are a California based litigation firm focused on workers' compensation defense. Our attorneys represent employers, carriers, and public entities across the state. Our practice is built on disciplined file management, strategic case handling, and consistent client communication. We operate with a high level of accountability and expect our attorneys to move files forward with purpose. Collaboration is encouraged, but ownership of your caseload is non negotiable. Why join us? You will have autonomy over your cases while still having the infrastructure of an established defense practice behind you. We prioritize organization, responsiveness, and results. Compensation starts at 100,000 and increases based on experience. There is a structured monthly bonus program tied to performance along with a monthly tax-free stipend. Benefits include employer covered medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer a 401k with employer match, profit sharing, paid Bar dues, covered MCLE courses, and unlimited PTO. Attorneys may work hybrid and in-person in the Orange, CA location. Job Details Job Duties: Manage full California workers' compensation defense caseload from inception through resolution. Appear before the WCAB for MSCs, Status Conferences, Expedited Hearings, and Trials. Take and defend depositions of applicants, physicians, and expert witnesses. Draft and file Petitions, DORs, Answers, Motions, and Trial Briefs. Prepare and respond to written discovery and subpoenas. Develop litigation strategy and evaluate exposure. Negotiate settlements including Compromise and Release and Stipulations with Request for Award. Provide regular status reports and case analysis to clients. Ensure compliance with California Labor Code and WCAB procedural deadlines. Meet a monthly billable target of 250 hours. What We Are Looking For Preferred 1-3+ years of California workers' compensation defense experience. Experience with insurance claims, subrogation, civil litigation, or liens is a plus, but not required. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and function effectively in a fast paced environment. High level of organization and attention to detail. Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy