Worker’s Compensation Associate Attorney Review – Compromise & Release

Overview

The organization is seeking a detail-oriented attorney to join the Associate Review Team. In this role, you will review and edit Compromise and Release (C&R) agreements before they are filed with the WCAB, ensuring that each settlement is accurate, complete, and positioned for approval. This is a high-volume, deadline-driven position.

Responsibilities

• Review and edit C&R agreements and related addendums prepared by the settlement team, confirming accuracy and completeness before filing.
• Verify settlement terms against the case file, including:
  • ADJ numbers
  • dates of injury
  • body parts
  • settlement amounts
  • attorney fees
  • permanent disability advances
  • liens
  • future medical provisions
• Review addendums and attachments (including Employment Separation Agreements, Medicare-related language, and other supplemental terms) for consistency with the C&R and compliance with WCAB requirements.
• Identify and correct errors, omissions, and problematic language that could result in an Order Suspending Action (OSA) or delay approval.
• Communicate clearly with Settlement Admins and internal teams about required corrections to keep documents moving through the pipeline.
• Manage a steady daily caseload by prioritizing files by urgency and deadline and ensuring settlements are filed on time.
• Maintain accurate status updates and notes in the firm’s case management system.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment; maintain quality while reviewing a large number of settlement documents daily and weekly.
• Strong deadline management skills (hearing dates, filing deadlines, and client expectations).
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills to determine what requires attention first and adapt as priorities shift.
• Exceptional attention to detail; errors such as incorrect dates, amounts, or missing terms can delay a client’s settlement.
• Clear, efficient communication skills, including concise, actionable feedback to the team and escalation when needed.
• Independence with accountability; work through your queue with minimal supervision while knowing when to raise concerns.
• Must be in good standing with the California State Bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with California workers’ compensation, particularly on the applicant side.
• Familiarity with C&R drafting, WCAB approval requirements, and common OSA issues.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $110,000 - $140,000 / year
• Benefits (eligible employees):
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible time off plans including Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays

Location

• Burbank, CA
• Workplace type: Remote

Employment Type

• Full Time

Department

• Workers’ Compensation