Staff or Senior Staff Attorney, Workers' Compensation

Overview

This role is for either a Staff Attorney or Sr Staff Attorney to support the California Workers’ Compensation legal team. The position involves representing the organization and its policyholders in workers’ compensation matters from inception through resolution.

This is a remote position based in California, with occasional in-person appearances required based on case needs.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle all phases of California workers’ compensation defense, including:
  • Pleadings, discovery, depositions
  • Lien strategy
  • Settlements
  • Hearings and trial
• Develop and execute case strategy based on factual investigation, legal research, and practical risk evaluation.
• Draft and argue motions, petitions for reconsideration, trial briefs, and (as needed) appellate briefs.
• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trial/hearings/ADR proceedings; coordinate with experts and third-party vendors as needed.
• Provide timely, clear legal advice to claims partners and insureds, including consistent communication of case status, recommendations, and valuation updates.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with opposing counsel, judges/boards, and external partners while demonstrating diplomacy and strong advocacy.
• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in team huddles, case roundtables, file reviews, and occasional training for attorneys and claims partners.
• Stay current on changes in California workers’ compensation law, WCAB procedures, and legal technology; maintain continuing legal education as required.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in California and member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a caseload of 100–115 active workers’ compensation files, including master and companion files, in a collaborative and results-driven environment.
• Professional, client-focused communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a matrixed environment (legal + claims).
• Comfort working in a primarily remote environment and using technology to manage a paperless practice.
• WCAB trial/hearing experience and strong deposition skills.
• Experience drafting petitions for reconsideration and handling appeals.
• Experience with LexisNexis (or similar) and litigation/case management systems.
• Demonstrated interest in mentoring/training and contributing to process improvements.

Experience

• Staff Attorney: 2+ years of legal practice experience, including experience handling California workers’ compensation matters or comparable experience.
• Senior Staff Attorney: 5+ years of legal practice experience with significant, independent handling of complex California workers’ compensation cases or comparable experience. Trial/hearing experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trial/hearing experience (preferred for Senior Staff Attorney).

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base pay range: $118,800 - $198,600
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Employee discounts and additional voluntary benefits
• Company-provided equipment, internet reimbursement, and role-related expense reimbursements
• Competitive compensation, along with an annual incentive bonus plan

Note: The annualized base pay range reflects analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including performance, proficiency, and demonstration of the competencies required for the role. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.

Location

• Remote work from California.
• Applicants must reside in California for this remote attorney role.
• Coverage areas may include Northern California (Greater San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Central Valley) and Southern California (Los Angeles County, Orange County, Inland Empire, San Diego).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age