Worker's Compensation Defense Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

An Alpharetta law firm is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to represent employers, insurance carriers, and other clients in workers' compensation matters throughout Georgia. The position is open to newly licensed attorneys with relevant workers' compensation knowledge, as well as more experienced attorneys with a background in workers' compensation defense.

The attorney will handle claims involving workplace injuries, evaluate liability and potential exposure, develop case strategies, and work toward effective resolutions through negotiation, mediation, or litigation. The firm emphasizes the quality of legal work over meeting specific billable hour targets.

Responsibilities

• Handle workers' compensation defense matters from initial evaluation through resolution.

• Review and analyze medical records, claim documentation, and other evidence to assess liability, exposure, and potential defenses.

• Develop case strategies and advise clients on claim handling, litigation risks, and settlement options.

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, legal briefs, and reports to clients.

• Conduct and defend depositions and participate in discovery.

• Attend hearings, mediations, depositions, and other proceedings before the Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation, as needed.

• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in disputed claims.

• Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, and other parties regarding case status and strategy.

• Monitor case deadlines and maintain accurate documentation of legal work and case developments.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.

• Workers' compensation experience preferred, with 3+ years of workers' compensation defense experience strongly preferred .

• Knowledge of Georgia workers' compensation law is highly desirable.

• Newly licensed attorneys with relevant workers' compensation knowledge will also be considered.

• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage cases, meet deadlines, and exercise sound legal judgment.

• Willingness and ability to attend hearings, mediations, and depositions throughout Georgia as required.

Compensation and Work Arrangements

• Salary: Starting around $100,000 for newly licensed attorneys with relevant workers' compensation knowledge. Attorneys with 3+ years of workers' compensation defense experience are anticipated to earn $130,000–$150,000. Higher compensation will be considered for more experienced candidates.

• Work Environment: Primarily in-office. Hybrid or remote arrangements may be considered for the right candidate, depending on experience.

• Location Requirements: Candidates must live within reasonable traveling distance to attend hearings, mediations, and depositions throughout Georgia.

• Billable Hours: Attorneys track and bill their time; however, the partners place greater emphasis on the quality of work rather than meeting specific billable hour targets.

• Start Date: Immediate.

• Relocation Assistance: Not currently available.

Benefits

• Health insurance.

• 401(k) with employer matching after one year.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Paid holidays.

• Annual performance reviews.

• Discretionary, merit-based bonuses.