Oakland, CA Law

Workers’ Compensation Attorney

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the XYZ office

About Our Client

Our client is a reputable law firm specializing in Workers' Compensation defense cases. They are currently seeking experienced Senior and Associate Attorneys to join their team. This is a full-time position located in Oakland, CA.

Job Description

  • Handle the legal defense of workers' compensation cases, from start to finish, including all aspects of discovery and litigation.
  • Collaborate closely with insurance companies, employers, and third-party administrators.
  • Advocate on behalf of insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers.
  • Prepare and manage correspondence to clients.
  • Draft pleadings and negotiate settlements for workers' compensation files.
  • Attend court appearances, manage calendar, and conduct depositions and cross-examinations of medical professionals.
  • Negotiate lien claims and proactively manage cases.
  • Mentor and supervise legal assistants to ensure effective case support.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues, and vendors.
  • Participate in marketing events to attract both new and existing clients.
  • Review and work on files, inputting case information into relevant software.
  • Meet deadlines for client correspondence and attend client file reviews.
  • Conduct training seminars for clients on evolving workers' compensation case law.
  • Stay updated on current knowledge of workers' compensation case law.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 4 years of recent experience in workers' compensation law.
  • Must be licensed to practice law in the state of California (CA Bar).

Why This is a Great Opportunity

  • Competitive salary with quarterly bonus opportunities.
  • Unlimited paid time off for Attorneys.
  • Remote work option available.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
  • Firm-paid long-term disability and life insurance.
  • 11 paid holidays.
  • 401(k) with employer matching after 1 year.
  • Flexible spending account.
  • Accelerated partnership track.
  • Continuous training and learning opportunities.
  • Employee discounts.
  • Engaging holiday parties and team building activities.
  • Employee referral program.
  • Free snacks and beverages.
  • Cell phone reimbursement.
  • Military leave.
  • Premium office locations with easy access to public transit.
  • Casual dress code.

About Company

Established in 1996, our client is a leading defense law firm specializing in workers’ compensation, employment law, general liability, state audits, and subrogation.

Job Code: JPC - 19

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$120,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule

  • 8-hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Application Questions

  • Are you an attorney specializing exclusively in full-time workers' compensation practice for at least the past 12 months?

Experience

  • Minimum of 4 years of recent experience in workers' compensation law

License/Certification

  • California Bar

Location

  • Oakland, CA (Preferred)
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