Managing Attorney - Workers Compensation

Overview

A law firm specializing in workers’ compensation defense is seeking a Managing Attorney to oversee legal defense cases from inception to final resolution. This leadership role involves managing an active caseload while mentoring and leading a team of attorneys to ensure high-quality legal work, operational efficiency, and professional development.

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 for quality and consistency
• Handle all aspects of workers’ compensation defense cases including discovery, depositions, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with firm leadership on workflow management, staffing, and growth initiatives
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver 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 degree and Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Member in good standing of the State Bar of California
• Minimum 5+ years of workers’ compensation defense experience preferred
• Prior management, supervisory, or mentoring experience strongly preferred
• Superior research, analytical, and negotiating skills
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management skills
• Commitment to proactive case management and client service
• Experience with Merus or Litify preferred but not required
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Teams preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities
• Flexible time off (FTO)
• Remote work options
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance, accident insurance, pet insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Firm-sponsored life insurance
• Paid parental leave and paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer matching after 6 months
• Accelerated partnership track
• Continuous training and learning opportunities
• Annual end-of-year party
• Employee referral program
• Cell phone and internet reimbursement for remote work
• Annual attorney and manager retreat

Work Environment

• Mental: Requires clear and conceptual thinking, excellent judgment, problem-solving, discretion, ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines, and manage work-related stress
• Physical: Computer keyboarding and travel as required
• Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision, and speaking abilities

Additional Information

Candidates must pass a background check prior to employment. The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion, providing fair compensation, equal promotions, and career development opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, military service, or any other protected classification under applicable laws.