Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney (Remote) #ESF8894

• Great flexibility!


• Exposure to a varying functions and tasks!


• Great opportunity to learn new skills, hone your work ethic, and become exposed to many different clients!


• Supportive and Fun place to work!


• Leadership and staff are amazing!


• Company that maintains high integrity and values their team!


• Professional growth opportunities!


• Amazing coverage and benefits!

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney with at least one year of California workers' compensation defense experience. This is a fully remote opportunity offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in California while managing a diverse caseload and representing employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in workers' compensation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage workers' compensation defense cases from inception through resolution.


• Take depositions and appear before various California WCAB venues as needed.


• Handle cases of varying complexity independently.


• Develop proactive legal strategies to efficiently resolve claims.


• Negotiate and settle cases-in-chief and lien matters.


• Draft pleadings, legal motions, reports, and correspondence.


• Prepare opening reports, hearing reports, and deposition reports in accordance with client guidelines.


• Maintain strong relationships with clients and provide regular case updates.


• Respond to client inquiries within 24 hours.


• Review legal documents for accuracy, formatting, filing requirements, signatures, service requirements, and compliance with court rules.


• Ensure adherence to all client guidelines and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of California workers' compensation defense experience (required).


• Active license to practice law in California.


• Strong litigation, negotiation, and deposition experience.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to independently manage a caseload.


• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Client-focused with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.

Caseload

• Typical attorney caseload ranges from 60–75 files, with flexibility depending on experience.