Overview
This role is primarily remote within the state of Nevada, with required in-person appearances as needed.
Compensation includes a base salary and yearly performance bonus. The yearly bonus amount will be discussed during the interview process.
Responsibilities
- Use litigation protocols to develop and revise legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling, and trial/hearing of workers’ compensation matters.
- Conduct appearances before the Workers Compensation Board, including depositions and drafting/filing summations, appeals, and rebuttals.
- Research applicable law and draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs, and opinions as required.
- If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
- Advise, communicate, and confer with Claims Representatives and insured clients; provide clear and unambiguous legal opinions and advice.
- Maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and insured clients as required.
- Stay current with developments in the law and understand relevant medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering, and similar issues and defenses.
- Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims, or other departments as required.
- Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
- Apply technology to improve the quality and reduce the cost of legal processes, including use of technology and remote collaboration.
- Serve as a team or group leader for an assigned group handling workers’ compensation cases.
- Interface with the Home Office Legal department.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in Nevada and in good standing; special licenses to practice before particular boards or federal courts may be required.
- Minimum of 5 years of successful attorney experience; Workers Compensation experience required.
- Experience with settlement conferences, expedited hearings, and conducting depositions; trial experience preferred.
- Proven experience managing moderately complex litigation with demonstrated success in achieving favorable outcomes.
- General knowledge of insurance law, and as necessary, workers compensation and/or No Fault law.
- Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in advanced e-discovery tools, legal case management software, and remote collaboration technologies.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead junior attorneys and legal staff.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills.
- Commitment to ethical legal practice and compliance with all regulatory and professional standards.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary plus a yearly performance bonus (yearly bonus amount discussed during the interview process).
- Eligible performance bonuses.
- 20 days of flexible time off each year.
- Personal holidays.
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
Location
Reno, Nevada. Primarily remote within the state of Nevada, except for required appearances.
Fair Chance Notices
- California
- Los Angeles Incorporated
- Los Angeles Unincorporated
- Philadelphia
- San Francisco