Managing Attorney

Overview

This role oversees the legal defense of workers’ compensation cases from inception through final resolution, including discovery and litigation. In addition to managing an active caseload, the Managing Attorney leads and mentors a team of attorneys to ensure high-quality legal work, operational efficiency, and professional development.

The position partners with insurance companies, employers, third-party administrators, firm leadership, and litigation teams to drive successful outcomes for clients while maintaining a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a team of attorneys and legal staff
• Provide mentorship, training, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities
• Oversee case strategy, litigation management, and legal work product to ensure quality and consistency
• Lead the legal defense of workers’ compensation cases from inception through final resolution
• Handle all aspects of discovery, depositions, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with firm leadership on workflow management, staffing, and departmental growth initiatives
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide exceptional client service
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and developing legal talent
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, procedures, and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degrees
• Member of the State Bar of California, in good standing
• 5+ years of workers’ compensation defense experience preferred
• Prior management, supervisory, or mentoring experience strongly preferred
• Superior research, analytical, and negotiating ability
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management abilities
• Commitment to proactive case management and client service
• Experience in Merus or Litify is preferred but not required
• Experience in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Teams preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary with a structure for Bonus Opportunities
• Flexible/Time Off (FTO)
• Work Remotely
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• FSA
• Firm-Sponsored Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) + Employer Matching after 6 months
• Accelerated Partnership Track
• Continuous Training/Learning
• End of the Year Party
• Employee Referral Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Internet Reimbursement if working remote
• Annual Attorney and Manager Retreat

Work Environment / Physical & Mental Requirements

• Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
• Physical: Computer keyboarding; travel as required
• Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision, and speaking

Additional Information

• Employment offers are contingent upon passing a background check prior to the first day of employment.
• Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Application

Applicants are asked to submit a resume and cover letter. No calls or faxes.