HR Director

Overview

An established legal staffing and recruiting firm is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation (WC) Defense Attorney to join their legal team. This role involves representing clients in workers' compensation cases through all stages of litigation, including intake, discovery, hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all phases of workers' compensation litigation.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to prepare for hearings and develop case strategies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice and guidance to clients regarding workers' compensation laws and case options.
• Collaborate with colleagues, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case management.
• Develop and implement defense strategies aimed at achieving favorable case outcomes.
• Stay current with legislative changes and regulatory updates impacting workers' compensation law.
• Ensure all case activities adhere to ethical standards and professional guidelines.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the relevant state.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a workers' compensation defense attorney or in a similar legal role.
• Proven track record of successfully defending clients in complex workers' compensation cases.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently with attention to detail.
• Commitment to ongoing legal education and staying current with relevant laws and regulations.

Preferred Skills

• Legal research
• Litigation
• Legal writing
• Negotiation
• Legal advice
• Case management

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $120,000 to $180,000 per year, commensurate with experience and performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment supporting growth and work-life balance.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive fair consideration regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. Discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Background checks may be conducted as necessary, and candidates with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.