Attorney

Overview

A legal department within a state compensation insurance organization is seeking multiple Attorneys with workers’ compensation experience. These positions involve handling and litigating complex and sensitive workers’ compensation cases under state contracts. The role requires appearances in various venues of the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, both virtually and in person, with travel throughout California as needed.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external clients
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, and legal documents
• Conduct discovery processes
• Negotiate and draft settlements
• Litigate complex workers’ compensation cases
• Make appearances in multiple venues of the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board
• Participate in special projects such as training, specialized assignments, or consolidated litigation involving multiple parties

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in California
• Interest in handling complex and sensitive workers’ compensation cases
• Strong research and persuasive writing skills
• Ability to read and comprehend medical reports
• Experience conducting and defending depositions of physicians and expert witnesses
• Professional negotiation and communication skills with employers and claims personnel
• Ability to manage an active caseload including complex lien workload
• Flexibility and interpersonal skills to adapt to changing work environments
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to appear in person at any designated office location

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior workers’ compensation experience is advantageous but not required
• Newly admitted attorneys are encouraged to apply
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $7,969 - $12,026 per month, depending on experience
• Alternate work schedule options
• On-the-job training
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Retirement plans including CalPERS, 401(k), and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development days
• Personal holidays
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Dependent scholarship program
• Leadership training and mentoring programs
• Transit pass program

Location

Positions can be filled in any of the following California locations:

• Glendale
• Rohnert Park
• San Francisco
• Pleasanton
• Sacramento
• San Diego
• Oxnard
• San Luis Obispo
• Santa Ana

Application Deadline

Final filing date for applications is April 17, 2026.