Job Description

Senior Trial Attorney – Workers' Compensation Defense

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced California workers' compensation defense attorney looking to join an established insurance organization in a senior-level role offering competitive compensation, remote flexibility, and the opportunity to influence litigation strategy while mentoring and developing others.

Locations: Fresno, CA 
Work Arrangement: Remote 

• • Frequency in-person to the board in Fresno is 1-2 times per month
  • If they live in Fresno, will be in office 6 days/month
    • Every Tuesday, 1st/3rd Wed
  • North of Fresno (i.e. >40 miles), won't need them to come to Fresno aside from board appearances (i.e. no in-office days)

Compensation: $175,000–$200,000 

Position Overview

A leading national workers' compensation insurance organization is seeking an experienced Senior Trial Attorney to join its Claims Legal team in California. The position offers a remote work arrangement, with the expectation that the attorney can attend in-person administrative board hearings in the Fresno area. Candidates must be located within a reasonable distance to accommodate required court and board appearances. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience defending workers' compensation claims, managing complex trial-level matters, conducting depositions, and developing effective litigation strategies. This individual will also play an important role in mentoring colleagues and providing legal guidance and training to the broader claims organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and defend highly complex workers' compensation cases through the California state administrative process at the trial level.
• Represent the organization in hearings, conferences, and other legal proceedings.
• Conduct depositions, analyze testimony, and prepare comprehensive case reports.
• Research, draft, and file complex legal pleadings and supporting documentation.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies and case handling recommendations.
• Provide legal guidance and strategic recommendations to Claims department representatives.
• Conduct legal research and provide counsel on matters ranging from initial case strategy through appellate proceedings.
• Lead internal training seminars on workers' compensation defense practices, legal procedures, and litigation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support effective claims management and legal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• 7+ years of experience as a Trial Attorney defending workers' compensation claims.
• Extensive experience handling complex California workers' compensation litigation.
• Strong knowledge of California workers' compensation laws, administrative proceedings, and defense strategies.
• Demonstrated experience conducting depositions, preparing pleadings, and representing clients in hearings.
• Experience providing legal guidance, mentoring, or training to claims professionals and other attorneys.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Education and Training Reimbursement.
• Three weeks of annual vacation.
• Two weeks of annual sick leave.
• 10 paid company holidays.
• Two personal days and two floating holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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