Staff or Sr Staff Attorney , Workers' Compensation

Overview

A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation. This role involves managing benefits, well-being, and rewards programs that support talent attraction, retention, and engagement at scale. The attorney will collaborate with people leaders, finance teams, and executive stakeholders to align rewards programs with business objectives and employee experience. The position offers the opportunity to enhance governance, improve global consistency, and deliver better outcomes for employees within a regulated financial services environment.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $118,800 – $198,600 annually

Responsibilities

• Independently manage all phases of California workers' compensation defense
• Develop and implement case strategies based on legal research and risk assessment
• Draft and argue motions, trial briefs, and appellate briefs as necessary
• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at hearings and trials
• Provide timely legal advice to claims partners and insured parties, including case status updates
• Build and maintain professional relationships with opposing counsel, judges, and external partners
• Contribute to a collaborative learning environment through team engagement and training initiatives

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California
• Strong skills in legal research, writing, and oral advocacy
• Ability to independently manage a caseload with sound judgment
• Experience handling California workers' compensation cases or comparable legal matters
• Trial and hearing experience before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) and strong deposition skills
• Demonstrated interest in mentoring colleagues and improving legal processes

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with California jurisdictions
• Experience with LexisNexis and other legal research tools
• Proficiency in litigation case management systems and advanced case management software
• Experience as a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) provider
• Use of legal AI tools and paperless practice technologies
• Comfortable with collaboration tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams

Benefits

• Ongoing training and mentorship programs
• Collaborative partnership with in-house claims professionals
• Access to modern technology and AI tools to support legal practice
• Flexible remote work environment with occasional in-person collaboration
• Comprehensive total rewards package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match and fitness reimbursement
• Paid holidays, time off, and reimbursement for work-related expenses

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.