Workers' Comp Defense Associate

Overview Workers' Comp Associate Attorney for a small defense firm. Billables starting at 175h. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sherwin Souzankari. Salary: $100,000 - $200,000 per year. Why join us Small, agile law firm Flexible hours Competitive pay Job Details Position Overview: The successful candidate will be a California-barred attorney with robust civil litigation experience and a willingness to develop expertise in workers\' compensation defense. This role involves direct case management, strategic legal analysis, and collaboration with senior attorneys to deliver superior defense strategies for our clients. Key Responsibilities Case Management: Manage and oversee workers\' compensation defense cases, including pre-trial investigations, discovery, motions practice, and trial preparation. Litigation Strategy: Develop, implement, and refine litigation strategies in line with the firm’s best practices. Work collaboratively with senior attorneys to devise innovative legal strategies and case solutions. Client Interaction: Engage directly with clients to update them on case progress and to understand their objectives. Provide timely and effective legal advice during all stages of litigation. Legal Research and Writing: Conduct comprehensive legal research on relevant issues, including state and federal laws pertaining to workers’ compensation. Draft well-researched memoranda, motions, and other legal documents. Courtroom Representation: Appear in court for hearings, motions, and trials, representing clients with professionalism and effective advocacy. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with a diverse team of legal professionals to ensure the highest standard of client service. Mentor junior associates and support staff in case preparation and legal research as needed. Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.). Licensure: Must be admitted to practice in California. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience demonstrating a proven track record of success. Experience in workers\' compensation defense is not required but will be considered an asset. Skills and Competencies: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; high degree of professionalism and ethical standards; ability to work independently as well as collaboratively; exceptional organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. How to Apply Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button. EEO and Privacy Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on these categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable laws regarding unemployment status in hiring decisions. Background checks may be performed with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws. Information collected as part of the candidate profile is subject to Jobot\'s Privacy Policy and related notices available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot and its agents. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out or request help as described in the privacy policy at jobot.com/privacy-policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobot