Worker's Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Worker’s Compensation Associate Attorney

Bader Scott Injury Lawyers is Atlanta's fastest growing law firm. Located in the heart of Buckhead, we serve all of the metro area in both Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation law.

We seek every day to live our mission of inspiring hope and empower people- one client, one family, one community at a time.

The person for this job is passionate about coming to work for an organization that is making a difference with clients and our communities.

A person who enjoys the thrills of working in a fast-paced environment with a diverse group of people. The person for this job is exceptional both on & off the job, carries the brand to friends and family, and lives by our core values.

Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney with 0-3 years’ experience in Workers’ Compensation.

We are a fast paced and volume-based law firm. The right candidate must be a team-player, have excellent work ethics and want to grow with our firm.

Additionally, you must be personable and have ability to think critically, speak and write persuasively and possess a strong drive to succeed.

Our team members are committed to each other and the growth of the firm.

You would be working in a team with several Legal Assistants overseeing approximately 150 cases.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Working 150 cases
• Writing Demands
• Negotiating claims
• Responding to Discovery
• Depositions
• Court Appearances

REQUIREMENTS :

• Self-starting and independent thinking
• Strong research skills
• Professional and highly motivated
• Advanced technology skills for a paperless environment
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced challenging environment
• 0-3 years of workers’ compensation experience
• A commitment to exceptional client service
• Top quality writing skills; strong academic credentials
• Commitment to jury trials and appeals
• GA Bar license required. (MUST)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s degree
• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school; admission to the bar of the state in which practicing and in good standing with the bar association
• Effective supervisory and leadership, organizational and critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making ability
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff
• Ability to demonstrate impeccable integrity in confidential matters.

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision
• Wellness & mental health programs
• Life Insurance
• 5 weeks Paid time off
• Short & long-term disability
• Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
• Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture
• Career development

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• The physical demands of an associate attorney here are representative to successfully perform the essential functions of the position
• The position frequently requires more than 40 hours per week
• A stationary position for extended periods of time, reading, telephone contact, computer keyboarding requiring continuous use of the hands, occasionally move about the office to access files, bending, stooping, and lifting of light to moderate weight is required
• Ability to manage stressful situations
• Work may also require travel to other firm offices and offsite locations, therefore work requires driving

Terms of Employment

The employee shall be employed at the will of the company and their continued employment will be based upon their satisfactory performance of their duties and responsibilities.

Bader Scott Injury Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law.