Description:

Full-Time, Salaried position with bonuses - Partially Remote

Premier Workers' Compensation law firm in Orange County is seeking an Associate Attorney to add to our growing team.

Salary is commensurate with experience, ranging from $115,000 to $140,000 with opportunity for bonuses

Job Duties:

Make both in-person and remote court appearances at Workers' Compensation Appeals Boards throughout California
Make appearances at arbitrations and mediations
Represent clients at depositions both in-person and remote
New client intakes
Prepare deposition reports, hearing reports, case updates
Review medical reports
Prepare case valuations
Client communication and correspondence, provide case updates to clients and advising on disability benefits, medical treatment, settlement, and more
Perform legal research, preparation of petitions and other pleadings
Prepare letters and other correspondence to move cases forward
Prepare case strategies
Settlement negotiations
Handle all aspects of discovery

Benefits:

Paid Holidays
Medical Insurance
401k with 4% match
Paid Vacation and Sick Days
Laptop
Car Allowance
Bonuses

Requirements:

Licensed California Attorney in good standing with no prior disciplinary record
Travel to and from Workers' Compensation Appeals Boards and offices throughout California
Able to work independently with a team of attorneys and support staff
Time management: appearing on time to hearings and depositions, managing cases and prioritizing urgent tasks
Excellent communication skills: effective communication with current and potential clients
Ability to analyze cases and determine and implement next steps in discovery, litigation, case closure
Experience handling depositions of clients and cross-examining medical experts
Ability to manage a large caseload
Able to use technology effectively (online case management system, phone system, etc.)