Bilingual Workers' Compensation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

An established law firm seeks an experienced Texas Workers' Compensation Attorney to join its practice. Spanish speaker preferred.

For more than two decades, the firm has represented injured Texas workers in disputes involving income and medical benefits, compensability, extent of injury, disability, impairment, and other issues arising under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.

We are seeking an attorney who already has meaningful experience practicing within the Texas workers' compensation system and is prepared to assume responsibility for an active caseload. The ideal candidate understands the administrative dispute-resolution process, is comfortable appearing before the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation, and can effectively manage cases from initial dispute through resolution.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload of Texas workers' compensation claims and disputes for injured workers.

• Counsel clients regarding their rights, benefits, and options under Texas workers' compensation law.

• Represent injured employees at Benefit Review Conferences and Contested Case Hearings.

• Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing counsel to resolve disputed issues.

• Communicate effectively with clients, adjusters, health care providers, witnesses, DWC personnel, and opposing counsel.

• Work collaboratively with the firm's attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to provide exceptional representation to clients.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.

• Prior experience handling Texas workers' compensation matters.

• Working knowledge of the Texas Workers' Compensation Act, DWC rules, and the Texas workers' compensation dispute-resolution process.

• Spanish speakers preferred.

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its attorneys and their families, including:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance.

• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

• Generous paid time off.

• Paid sick leave and holidays.

• Reimbursement of mileage, travel, and business expenses.

• State Bar of Texas dues paid by the firm.

• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) expenses paid by the firm.

• Professional development costs paid by the firm.

\nCompany Description

Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.

Company Description

Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.