Description:
In House full time remote position. A Western-Based Super Regional Commercial Insurance Company is a stable company growing in almost 50 states. Its in-house operation is a well-respected establishment running nearly 20 years with a good long-term reputation in the workers compensation industry. It has an exciting opportunity for a full-time remote Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney. No billing requirement. The position offers a competitive salary range $140,000 to $160,000 plus an annual bonus with an excellent benefits package including a generous matching contribution to your 401k, major health insurance to include medical, dental, vision and generous paid time off. Typical caseload is 75 files.This position is for Los Angeles County venues.
Job Responsibilities:
The attorneys will have overall responsibility for the thorough review of claims files, identify legal issues, and conduct discovery in preparation for hearings before the Appeals Board. The attorneys will conduct settlement negotiations, conduct discovery including, interview witnesses, and participate in all hearings before the Workers Compensation Appeals Board. The attorney will comply with legal filing deadlines on all cases.
Qualification/Competencies:
- Required education is a bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college of law; admitted to California State Bar in good standing and 5+ years of experience.
- Senior-level knowledge of workers' compensation law, Appeals Board and appellate court rules of procedure, and other related substantive areas of law.
- Senior-level litigation skills in the following areas: discovery, courtroom advocacy, verbal and written legal communication, settlement negotiations and document preparation, legal research and writing, trial, and appellate advocacy.
- Senior-level customer service skills in the areas of customer advice, oral and written communication, problem-solving and organizational awareness.
- Senior-level interpersonal skills to represent the company as a professional attorney and business advocate.
- Complete the necessary Continuing Legal Education each year and maintain good moral character to maintain specialization bar membership.
