Workers Compensation Defense Attorney

Overview

This role involves defending litigated workers’ compensation claims made against employers in connection with workers compensation matters. The position is full-time and exempt and may be performed in-office, remotely, or hybrid. Travel and in-person appearances to Court/Boards and depositions are required as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in connection with workers compensation matters in the State of Georgia.
• Independently conduct depositions, pre-trial discovery, mediations, arbitrations, trials, or any other legal activity required to resolve cases.
• Provide daily communications with claim professionals and clients regarding evaluations of legal files.
• Provide legal advice to insureds and claim professionals as needed.
• Negotiate settlements as directed.
• Attend round tables.

Requirements

• Licensed in Georgia.
• 4+ years of workers’ compensation defense experience desired.
• Strong knowledge of current procedural and substantive law, as well as applicable federal, state, and administrative agency rules.
• Ability to analyze issues, proactively develop effective strategies on pending cases, communicate regularly with claims professionals, document communications, and resolve cases efficiently and effectively.
• Solid experience preparing responsive pleadings, handling appearances, motion practice, depositions, court hearings, settlement conferences and trials, and conducting valuation of claims with recommendations for resolution.
• Willing to work independently with minimal direction and handle matters efficiently, with willingness to travel as necessary for court hearings, depositions, site inspections, client meetings, and other in-person events.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)

Compensation: The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive, or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects the organization’s ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

Location

Georgia (remote/work-from-home position). Travel and in-person appearances to Court/Boards and depositions are required as necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The organization provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to perform the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law. It is committed to an equal opportunity workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on these protected statuses.

Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should request an accommodation through the organization’s HR services.