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Litigation Attorney - Workers Compensation

$72k - $190k

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You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. 

The Law Office of Anderson & Chang, a Litigation Counsel of CNA, is seeking a Workers Compensation Litigation Attorney. These matters include, but are not limited to workers compensation defense, asbestos and workers compensation lien actions.

This position provides full or specialized legal services to one or more areas supported often dealing with highly complex or specialized matters, has ongoing relationship and accountability for assigned legal matters. The applicant must be expert in the field of workers compensation. Work assignments consist of major legal tasks involving problems of the highest level of difficulty with complex facts that are in question for which considerable legal judgment, experience and independent reasoning are required. The applicant will be responsible for managing their own case load. This position is for an experienced Workers Compensation trial attorney.

As determined by CNA and depending on the applicant’s experience and/or qualifications, candidates may be hired into one of two positions: Associate Litigation Attorney or Litigation Attorney. Typically 1-5+ years of related experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Handles insurance defense or coverage matters from pleadings through trial.
  • Manages litigation preparation driving for superior results.
  • Develops the litigation strategy, and prepares/directs the preparation of all necessary materials i.e., briefs, motions, discovery, depositions, experts, etc.
  • Advises whether a case should be tried or settled and actively drives case to resolution with an appropriate sense of urgency.
  • Handles bench and jury trials as first chair in both state and federal court as necessary.
  • Tries all aspects of cases including court appearances, trial preparation, motions, discovery and negotiations.
  • Communicates regularly and concisely with clients, claim professionals, leadership and others to ensure appropriate level of understanding and documentation exists for effective case management.
  • Conducts legal research and analysis of facts and information to provide counsel and guidance on legal questions or issues.
  • Prepares opinions or position papers on various legal issues and interpretation of legal issues/provisions.
  • Counsels client/management/claim professionals to avoid legally unsound decisions or plans and when changes in the law occur.
  • May train, or mentor other attorneys and paralegals. Trains department staff on appropriate procedures (e.g., claims, etc).
  • Collaboratively works with clients, claim professionals, underwriting, risk control and other 3rd parties while resolving legal issues.
  • Works independently in resolving legal cases with oversight supervision.
  • Responds to government regulatory agencies as needed.
  • The position also involves defense of Asbestos matters.

May perform additional duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

  • Typically Director and Managing Trial Attorney or above

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

  • Advanced knowledge of workers compensation law as well as legal theories, principles, practices and procedures of litigation management within an insurance organization.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
  • Strong consultative skills with the ability to effectively collaborate and interact with internal and external business partners,
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information.
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to recognize and address ambiguous situations and issues.
  • Proven ability to take a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives in order to achieve strategic business results.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software i.e. TeamConnect or other case management software.
  • Value driven to provide superior solutions to internal and/or external clients.
  • Acts with a sense of urgency to advance priorities of the client/organization.
  • Helps self to excel through collaboration and building strong relationships.
  • Thinks creatively and uses diverse ideas to solve problems.
  • Raises expectations of self and others by continuously learning and broadening industry and technical skills.
  • Raises expectations of self by continuously learning and broadening industry and technical skills. 

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree with JD, and admission to the California Bar.
  • Typically a minimum of 1-5 years of related experience. Level will be determined by CNA and depending on the applicant’s experience and/or qualifications.
  • Requires experience with Workers Comp matters.
  • Requires trial and/or litigation experience.
  • Requires a proven track record of results.

In California, the average base pay range for the Litigation Attorney role is $117,500 to $189,500. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.

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In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois , Maryland, Massachusetts , New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $72,000 to $141,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.  For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit  cnabenefits.com .

CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact  View email address on swooped.co .

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