Sr. Trial Attorney- Workers Compensation

Overview

The organization is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Defense Trial Attorney for a remote role working anywhere in the Northern California area. This position involves handling all phases of Workers’ Compensation litigation, from initial evaluation through resolution.

This role is available as either a Trial Attorney or Senior Trial Attorney track.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of Workers’ Compensation litigation, from initial evaluation through resolution
• Partner with claims professionals to develop case strategy
• Conduct discovery
• Negotiate settlements
• Appear at hearings
• Advocate for clients throughout the litigation process
• For senior-level attorneys: mentor colleagues and serve as a technical resource on complex matters

Basic Qualifications

Trial Attorney

• Juris Doctor
• 5 or more years of litigation experience
• Member in good standing of the California State Bar
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe
• Experience using Lexis, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims environment, insurance defense litigation, and legal procedure

Senior Trial Attorney

• Juris Doctor
• 7 or more years of litigation experience
• Member in good standing of the California State Bar
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe
• Experience using Lexis, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims environment, insurance defense litigation, and legal procedure
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage more complex litigation matters and provide technical guidance to others when appropriate

Preferred Qualifications

• Workers’ Compensation defense experience
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage a caseload independently
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment
• Trial, hearing, mediation, and settlement experience
• For Senior Trial Attorney candidates: experience handling moderate to high-complexity matters, mentoring attorneys, and serving as a subject matter resource

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is based on role, location, skills, and experience, and follows local laws to ensure fair compensation. Bonuses and merit increases may also be available.

• Trial Attorney proposed salary range: $155,000.00 - $180,000.00
  • Short-term incentive bonus eligibility: 10%
• Senior Trial Attorney proposed salary range: $180,000.00 - $205,000.00
  • Short-term incentive bonus eligibility: 15%

The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location.

Comprehensive benefits are provided for employees and their families.

Location

• AM - Illinois Virtual Office
• AM - California Virtual Office

Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

Equal Opportunity

The organization does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

The organization complies with 18 U.S. Code - 1033.

Notes

The organization does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use the Recruiting Agency Portal.