Worker’s Compensation Associate Attorney Review – Compromise & Release

Overview

This role involves reviewing and editing Compromise and Release (C&R) agreements before they are filed with the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). The Associate Review Attorney will ensure settlements are 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 prior to 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 (e.g., 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.
• Coordinate with Settlement Admins and other internal teams to ensure required corrections are made efficiently and documents move through the pipeline.
• Manage a steady daily caseload, prioritize files by urgency and deadline, and keep reviews moving so settlements are filed on time.
• Maintain accurate status updates and notes in the firm’s case management system.

Requirements

• Ability to handle high-volume review of settlement documents daily and weekly while maintaining quality.
• Strong deadline management to meet hearing dates, filing deadlines, and client expectations.
• Excellent organization for managing multiple files at different stages.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills to determine what needs attention first and adjust as priorities shift.
• Exceptional attention to detail to prevent delays caused by incorrect dates, amounts, or missing terms.
• Clear, efficient communication skills for providing concise, actionable feedback and escalating issues when needed.
• Ability to work through the review queue with minimal supervision while knowing when to raise concerns.
• Candidates must be in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.

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 - hourly
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (eligible employees).
• Flexible time off plans including Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), and paid holidays (eligible employees).

Location

• Burbank, CA
• Workplace type: Remote

Employment Type

• Full Time

Department

• Workers’ Compensation