Overview
A temporary, full-time Senior Workers' Compensation Attorney position is available, fully remote within California. The role requires residency in California, with preference for candidates located in the Los Angeles area. The position involves handling complex Workers’ Compensation cases, including life pension matters, and occasional remote appearances before California Workers' Compensation Boards.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex legal and factual issues and conduct thorough legal research
- Develop and present defense strategies independently
- Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, petitions for reconsideration, and trial briefs
- Collaborate with Claims Partners to achieve optimal outcomes for insured clients
- Provide timely legal advice and communication to clients
- Communicate professionally with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel
- Facilitate efficient case disposition
- Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials or hearings
- Research, draft, file, and argue appellate briefs
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in the state of California
- Minimum of 5 years of legal experience handling complex/life pension Workers’ Compensation cases
- Excellent legal research and writing skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Self-directed with ability to quickly learn new software
- Positive, collaborative team-player attitude
Preferred Qualifications
- Trial experience
- Experience with Lexis Nexis
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly rate: $98.00 to $110.00
- Estimated contract duration: 7 months
Location
- Remote within California (must reside in California)
- Preference for candidates in the Los Angeles area
- Work hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST
Additional Information
- Only candidates authorized to work in the United States will be considered
- This is a temporary position with potential duration adjustments based on client needs
- C2C arrangements are not available
Candidates requiring accommodations during the application or hiring process due to disability or other reasons are encouraged to request assistance.