Remote Employment Law Attorney [28217]

As a Senior Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation, you will play a pivotal role in our legal team, advocating on behalf of insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers.

Leveraging your expertise and experience, you will lead and mentor junior team members while ensuring exceptional legal representation and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities :

Legal Advocacy :

• Advocate on behalf of insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers in Workers' Compensation cases.
• Prepare correspondence, draft pleadings, and represent clients in court appearances with proficiency and precision.

Case Management and Strategy :

• Manage case calendars and deadlines effectively, overseeing multiple cases simultaneously.
• Conduct depositions and cross-examinations of medical professionals to strengthen case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and handle lien claims to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.

Leadership and Mentorship :

• Mentor and manage junior attorneys and legal assistants, providing guidance and support for professional development.
• Foster a collaborative work environment, promoting knowledge-sharing and team cohesion.

Client Engagement and Relationship Building :

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry stakeholders, ensuring trust and confidence in legal services.
• Attend marketing events to engage with new and existing clients and contribute to business development efforts.

Administrative Responsibilities :

• Review and work on files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal procedures.
• Enter time entries into billing software and input case information into PracticeMaster for comprehensive case management.
• Meet deadlines for client correspondence and attend client file reviews as necessary.

Continuing Education and Legal Expertise :

• Conduct training seminars for clients on evolving workers' compensation case law, demonstrating expertise and thought leadership in the field.
• Stay updated on changes in workers' compensation case law and statutes, maintaining current knowledge and providing strategic counsel.

Additional Duties :

Undertake any other duties or tasks as needed to support the firm's objectives and operations.

Requirements :

• California Bar license is mandatory.
• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in workers' compensation law.
• Proven track record of excellence in written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Residency in California is mandatory.
• Position is about 90% remote, with occasional in-person trial appearances.
• Competitive pay range from $100k to $210k, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Join our team, a distinguished California law firm specializing in workers' compensation, employment, liability, audit defense, and subrogation law.

Contribute your expertise to our commitment to excellence in workers' compensation advocacy. If you are a seasoned legal professional with a passion for achieving justice for clients, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team.