Remote Workers Compensation Defense Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Salary range: $125K - $300K

Location: Los Angeles, CA, Orange County, CA, Sacramento, CA, Las Vegas, NV

Visa Sponsorship Details: Not open to any visas (e.g. US citizen, Green Card holders)

Remote work policy: Anywhere with an active California Bar license working Pacific Time hours

About this role

We are looking for a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney with 1+ years of experience to join a collaborative, remote-first firm that handles cases from inception through appeal. Whether you're an experienced comp attorney or a civil litigator looking to transition into a new area of law, McNamara & Drass offers a comprehensive training program and a bonus-heavy compensation structure that rewards hard work.

What will you be doing?

• Handling workers' compensation defense cases from initial setup through appeal
• Valuing cases early and often, giving clients the option to settle or continue litigation
• Collaborating with partners and fellow associates on case strategy
• Building and maintaining relationships with adjusters and clients
• Meeting a monthly billable target of 220 hours with opportunity to earn significant bonuses above that

Key Requirements

• Active California Bar license (required)
• Minimum 1 year of legal experience (civil litigation or workers' comp)
• Strong interpersonal skills and client-facing ability — this is a customer service business
• Demonstrated job stability (no pattern of frequent job changes)
• Willingness to learn and handle cases the firm's way, with a conservative approach to billing