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Cleveland - BWC Attorney 1 (PN 20067627)
Cleveland - BWC Attorney 1 (PN 20067627)Ohio BWC (official) • Cleveland, OH, US
Cleveland - BWC Attorney 1 (PN 20067627)

Cleveland - BWC Attorney 1 (PN 20067627)

Ohio BWC (official) • Cleveland, OH, US
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Cleveland - BWC Attorney 1 (PN 20067627)

Location : Cleveland Service Office, United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Cleveland

Agency : Ohio BWC (official)

Posting Date : November 18, 2025

Responsibilities

  • Represent the BWC Administrator at all levels of Industrial Commission (IC) hearings.
  • Prepare for hearings by reviewing claim files and analyzing the legal issues involved.
  • Interpret laws, rules and regulations, advance legal arguments, examine witnesses and present evidence at IC hearings.
  • Review all hearing notices and IC decisions, interpret IC orders and decide whether to appeal based on laws, rules and regulations.
  • Provide legal advice and consultation to the service offices, BWC administration and staff on legal issues involving claims determinations, risk matters, and other issues pertaining to BWC operations.
  • Attend hearings in Youngstown as needed (approximately 2-3 times per month).

Qualifications

  • Admission to the Ohio Bar per Section 4705.01 of the Revised Code.
  • Must be able to provide own transportation.
  • Probationary period is 12 months.

    • Major Worker Characteristics / Knowledge

  • Law; public relations; human relations; BWC policies & procedures; Workers' Compensation & Industrial Commission law; claims management; state insurance fund.
  • Skill in use of personal computer.

    • Unusual Working Conditions

  • This position is Overtime Exempt pursuant to OCSEA / AFSCME Article 13, Section 13.10.
  • Requires admission to the Ohio Bar Pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.
  • May work flexible hours based on operational need.
  • Requires travel; must provide own transportation or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.
  • Probation period is one year (12 months).
  • Training & development required : completion of continuing legal education for attorneys per Rule X of Ohio Supreme Court; compliance with registration for attorneys per Rule VI of the Ohio Supreme Court.

    • Agency Contact

    BWC Human Resources, A85773@bwc.state.oh.us

    Compensation & Schedule

    Compensation : $36.90 / Hr.

    Schedule : Full-time

    Work Hours : 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm

    Union : OCSEA

    Agency Overview

    With roughly 1,500 employees in seven offices across Ohio, BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers. For Ohio employers, we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.

    Culture & Vision

    Core Values : One Agency, Personal Connection, Innovative Leadership, Relentless Excellence.

    Mission : Deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day.

    Vision : Transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success.

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