Legal Counsel

Position Overview

As a Workers’ Compensation Staff Counsel , you will represent the organization and its insured policyholders in workers’ compensation claims involving moderate exposure and complexity . You will be responsible for managing cases end-to-end, developing litigation strategies, and ensuring high-quality legal representation aligned with company protocols.

Key Responsibilitie

• sDevelop and execute legal strategies for assigned cases using established Litigation Protocol s, including discovery, investigation, hearings, and trial preparation
• .Independently handle all aspects of litigation, including
• :Discovery and deposition
• sHearings, trials, and oral argument
• sMediations and arbitration
• sConduct legal research and draft legal documents such as
• :Pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal opinion
• sManage and negotiate settlements when appropriate
• .Provide clear, actionable legal advice to Claims Representatives and insured client s, maintaining strong professional relationships
• .Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and maintain consistent communication throughout case lifecycles
• .Stay current on developments in workers’ compensation la w and related fields (e.g., medical, engineering, or technical defenses where relevant)
• .Leverage legal technologies and tools to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance case outcomes
• .Act as a team lead or mento r within the legal team as needed
• .Interface with the Home Office Legal Departmen t on escalations, reporting, and compliance matters

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Required Qualificatio

• nsJuris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law schoo
• l.Activ e California Bar license (require d
• ).Minimu m 1+ year of experience as a practicing attorn ey, preferably in workers’ compensation or insurance defens
• e.Strong understanding o
• f:Workers’ compensation l
• awInsurance principles and claims process
• esProven ability t
• o:Communicate effectively (written and verba
• l)Persuade and advocate in legal proceedin
• gsAbility to manage moderately complex caseloads independentl

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Preferred Qualificati

• onsPrior experience in insurance defense or workers’ compensation litigat i
• on.Familiarity with insured client operations and carrier-side process
• es.Experience working within structured litigation guidelines or corporate legal environmen

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Additional Requirem

• entsM ust reside in Califo r
• nia.Must hold an active California Bar lic e