Workers Compensation Defense Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Workers Compensation Defense Attorney

Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Hybrid (1 Day in Office Requirement)

1750 Billable Hour Requirement

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join our litigation team. The attorney will represent employers and insurance carriers in workers' compensation claims, defend hearings and appeals, manage caseloads from intake through resolution, and provide clear, strategic counsel to clients. The role emphasizes strong litigation skills, effective communication, and disciplined organization to achieve timely, cost-effective outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent employers and carriers at administrative hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials in workers' compensation matters.
• Prepare and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court and administrative documents with precision and timeliness.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, case law, and administrative rules relevant to workers' compensation claims.
• Take and defend depositions of claimants, witnesses, and experts; prepare witness outlines and exhibits.
• Negotiate settlements and structured resolutions with claimants, plaintiff counsel, and adjusters to minimize exposure and litigation costs.
• Manage a high-volume caseload, maintain calendars and deadlines, and ensure timely client communication and case documentation.
• Advise clients on claim strategy, exposure assessment, and risk management; coordinate with claims adjusters and third-party administrators.
• Draft clear, persuasive legal correspondence, status reports, and closing memos; maintain accurate file records and billing entries.
• Prepare for and participate in appeals, including drafting appellate briefs and handling appellate procedures when necessary.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in the state bar where the attorney will practice.
• Minimum of 1 years of litigation experience, with demonstrated workers' compensation defense experience preferred.
• Proven skills in taking and defending depositions and conducting trial-level advocacy in administrative forums.
• Strong legal writing and brief-drafting abilities, with attention to persuasive, organized legal documents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client counseling, negotiations, and courtroom advocacy.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills and experience resolving claims through settlement or alternative dispute resolution.
• Highly organized with strong case management skills and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and heavy caseloads.
• Familiarity with workers' compensation statutes, administrative rules, evidentiary standards, and litigation procedures.
• Proficiency with case management software, e-billing platforms, and standard office technology; willingness to learn firm systems.
• Preferred: bilingual proficiency, prior experience working with insurance carriers, and certification or continuing education in workers' compensation law.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• PTO
• 401K
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid)
• Training Opportunities

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/28/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.