Join the in-house legal team as a Staff or Senior Staff Attorney specializing in Workers’ Compensation. Responsibilities include legal strategies, research, and case resolution with a focus on California.
Responsibilities
Analyzing complex legal and factual issues
Conducting extensive research
Developing well-reasoned legal strategies
Independently creating and presenting defense strategies on behalf of clients
Preparing complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, petitions for reconsideration, and trial briefs
Facilitating prompt and efficient resolution of cases
Preparing and presenting witnesses and evidence in trials, hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings
Researching, drafting, filing, and arguing appellate briefs in reviewing courts
Participating in team huddles and conducting in-house training for junior associates and claims partners
Engaging in claims file reviews
Attending continuing legal education seminars
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience handling complex Workers’ Compensation cases
JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of California
Trial experience is preferred
Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude
Strong legal research and writing skills
Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
Lexis Nexis experience is a plus!
Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software as required
Minimum of 5 years of legal practice experience handling complex/life pension Workers’ Compensation cases (for Senior Staff Attorney position)
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Life and vision
401K with a co. match
Generous paid time off allowance and Paid Holidays
Lateral Conflicts Attorney at a leading global law firm conducting conflict reviews and advising on ethical matters. Collaborating with lateral candidates and Firm personnel to facilitate hiring and onboarding processes.
Senior Elder Abuse Attorney managing plaintiff elder abuse cases for a leading personal injury firm in Century City, California. Provide mentorship and lead litigation efforts while ensuring maximum settlements for clients.
Pre - Litigation Managing Attorney leading a team for a personal injury firm in Century City. Fostering accountability and driving operational efficiency in pre - litigation work.
Trial Attorney managing complex personal injury cases for a multi - state law firm. Leading litigation strategy and mentoring the legal team in Beverly Hills, CA with hybrid work conditions.
Senior Corporate Attorney at Goodspeed Merrill providing strategic legal guidance to business owners. Collaborating on corporate transactions and complex legal matters with a focus on building client relationships.
Legal Consultant at SD Worx providing legal advice on Belgian labor laws for large companies. Collaborating with various experts to ensure compliance and offer HR solutions.
Legal technician supporting lawyers and legal VP in managing complex legal cases and governance activities. Contributing to litigation files, corporate documents and administrative tasks in a hybrid work environment.
Attorney Talent Acquisition Manager at Greenberg Traurig managing recruitment processes at Denver and Salt Lake City offices. Seeking a skilled professional to handle attorney recruiting and strategic hiring efforts.
Legal Practice Coordinator in Auckland, supporting Real Estate team at Dentons. Managing diaries, legal documents, client meetings, and billing processes.
Legal Intern assisting HR initiatives ensuring legal compliance and engaging with staff at Sentinel Technologies. Support onboarding and developing job descriptions as part of the HR team.