Attorney (Workers' Compensation Defense)

Job Summary

Seeking a highly motivated and skilled Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation Defense to join a dynamic and growing legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to represent clients in workers' compensation proceedings, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the success of a well-established law firm.

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year
• Bonus Opportunities: Multiple bonus opportunities available
• Benefits Include: Competitive benefits package, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in workers' compensation proceedings
• Conduct legal research, analyze complex issues, and draft legal documents
• Attend hearings and depositions
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
• Effectively manage time and adhere to firm procedures
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues

Qualifications/Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the California State Bar (required)
• Proven ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues and devise effective solutions
• Proactive, client-centered, and tech-savvy approach to legal practice
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Superior organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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Senior Trial Attorney

Our client, a well-established insurance organization, is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to join its Tennessee-based litigation team. This is a high-level role for an experienced insurance defense attorney who can independently manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution while partnering closely with claims professionals, insured clients, and internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance defense litigation, with substantial experience handling complex matters, conducting depositions, developing litigation strategy, and advocating for clients through hearings, mediations, and trial. While significant trial experience is highly valued, attorneys with deep litigation experience and a proven track record of strong motion practice, discovery, depositions, and courtroom advocacy are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a complex caseload of civil litigation matters from initial assignment or lawsuit inception through final resolution.
• Partner with claims professionals and insured clients to evaluate exposure, develop litigation strategy, and pursue cost-effective and timely resolutions.
• Investigate claims, conduct legal research, develop legal theories, and identify and assert appropriate affirmative defenses.
• Handle complex discovery, depositions, motion practice, legal research, and other critical aspects of litigation to build and execute effective defense strategies.
• Represent insureds and clients at mediations, arbitrations, hearings, pre-trial conferences, depositions, and other court proceedings.
• Prepare for and conduct trials, including developing case strategy, presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and delivering persuasive legal arguments before judges and juries.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice and case evaluations to claims professionals and insured clients.
• Collaborate with claims adjusters, litigation support personnel, and corporate clients regarding case strategy, exposure, settlement opportunities, and trial readiness.
• Participate in case roundtables and strategy discussions to ensure matters are appropriately evaluated and advanced toward resolution.
• Maintain professionalism, sound judgment, and strong courtroom presence in all interactions with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other legal professionals.
• Develop familiarity with and, as appropriate, take on matters involving additional areas of insurance-related litigation, including employment practices liability and professional liability.

Qualifications

• Bar Admission: Active license to practice law in Tennessee and in good standing. Admission in additional jurisdictions is a plus.
• Insurance Defense Experience: Demonstrated experience handling insurance defense litigation, preferably involving complex civil matters.
• Litigation & Advocacy: Strong experience with motion practice, discovery, depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings. Significant trial experience is strongly preferred.
• Legal Strategy: Ability to independently evaluate complex legal and factual issues, develop effective defense strategies, and make sound decisions regarding case direction and resolution.
• Negotiation: Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively advocate for favorable outcomes.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts, strategies, and recommendations clearly to clients and claims professionals.
• Legal Research: Strong proficiency in researching and interpreting case law, statutes, regulations, and other legal authorities and applying them to complex litigation matters.
• Courtroom Presence: Professional courtroom demeanor with a strong understanding of courtroom procedure, rules, decorum, and advocacy.
• Client Service: Ability to build trusted relationships with insureds, claims professionals, and internal stakeholders while providing practical, business-minded legal counsel.
• Additional Admission: Admission to the Georgia Bar is strongly preferred but not required.
• Driver's License: Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Confidentiality: Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Adaptability: Willingness and ability to expand into additional areas of insurance litigation and develop expertise in new areas of law as business needs evolve.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($125K-$160K)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Tuition reimbursement

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Associate Attorney

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join a growing insurance defense litigation practice. This role will manage a diverse caseload of insurance defense matters from intake through resolution, working directly with carrier clients while maintaining high standards of client service, case management, and litigation performance. The ideal candidate will have experience handling complex civil litigation matters and thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of insurance defense matters, including general liability, auto liability, professional liability, premises liability, construction defect, and related claims.

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.

• Take and defend depositions, including expert and key witness depositions.

• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.

• Communicate proactively with carrier clients regarding case strategy, status updates, budgets, and litigation developments.

• Comply with carrier litigation guidelines and billing protocols.

• Coordinate and manage expert witnesses, including obtaining approvals, monitoring budgets, and ensuring timely invoicing.

• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff to ensure efficient case management.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced legal team members as appropriate.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Active bar license required.

• 2–9 years of civil litigation experience, with a primary focus on insurance defense.

• Experience handling trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.

• Experience working with carrier clients and adhering to carrier litigation guidelines.

• Strong written and verbal advocacy skills.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate, compliant billing practices.

• Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software.

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $110,000 – $145,000 annually, based on experience.

• Bonus opportunity based on performance and collections above annual billing expectations.

• Competitive benefits package, paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.

Disclaimer: Please note that this job description may not cover all duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role, and it is subject to modification at the employer's discretion.

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Job Summary

Seeking an experienced and detail-oriented EPLI Claims Specialist to join a dynamic team.

Compensation

• $130,000 - $160,000/year (based on experience) + bonus opportunities
• Competitive benefits package, paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage EPLI claims from initiation to resolution.
• Analyze and interpret Employment Practice Liability insurance policies, coverage, and exclusions.
• Conduct detailed investigations, including document reviews, interviews, and collaborating with legal counsel.
• Assess the validity of claims and determine appropriate reserves.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants, attorneys, and other involved parties.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation on claim activity and outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Juris Doctorate preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in handling Employment Practice Liability claims
• Strong knowledge of EPL insurance products, policies, and legal frameworks.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex claims efficiently.

Disclaimer: Please note that this job description may not cover all duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role, and it is subject to modification at the employer's discretion.

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Job Summary

Seeking an experienced and detail-oriented EPLI Senior Claims Specialist to join a dynamic team.

Compensation

• $160,000 - $190,000/year (based on experience) + bonus opportunities
• Competitive benefits package, paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage EPLI claims from initiation to resolution.
• Analyze and interpret Employment Practice Liability insurance policies, coverage, and exclusions.
• Conduct detailed investigations, including document reviews, interviews, and collaborating with legal counsel.
• Assess the validity of claims and determine appropriate reserves.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants, attorneys, and other involved parties.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation on claim activity and outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Juris Doctorate preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in handling Employment Practice Liability claims
• Strong knowledge of EPL insurance products, policies, and legal frameworks.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex claims efficiently.

Disclaimer: Please note that this job description may not cover all duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role, and it is subject to modification at the employer's discretion.

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The premier specialist in workers’ compensation and a leader in property and casualty insurance is seeking a Trial Attorney to join their growing team in Fresno, California! 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Handle highly complex workers' compensation cases under the state administrative process (trial level).
• Take depositions, analyze testimony, prepare and file related reports.
• Represent the Company in appearances at hearings and conferences; prepare and file related reports.
• Research and prepare highly complex pleadings for cases under the, state administrative process (trial level).
• Provide advice, training, and recommendations on case handling strategies and tactics to representatives of the Claims department.
• Perform legal research at all levels, from advising clients through the appellate procedures.

Education and/or Experience: 

• Juris Doctorate Law school graduate and member in good standing of the State Bar required
• 2+ Years as a Trial Attorney for legal defense of workers' compensation claims preferred
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, in an articulate, persuasive, precise and professional manner.
• Must be willing and able to travel using all means of public transportation, as well as automobile driving, to various California venues when live appearances are requested or required
• Valid Driver License in good standing 

Salary/Benefits:

• $95K-$120K/year (based on experience) + discretionary  bonus
• PTO: 3 weeks/year Vacation, 2 weeks/year Sick Leave
• 10 paid Company Holidays, 2 Personal Days, 2 Floating Holidays
• Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Hybrid work schedule offered (1 day/week onsite) 
• Location: Roseville or Dublin, California 
• No billable hours

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