Mid-Size Orange County law firm with 40+ employees is seeking a highly motivated full-time workers’ compensation applicant attorney with 10+ years experience.  We require self-motivation, strong organizational and writing skills and a willingness to try cases.  The successful applicant must be able to immediately handle own caseload.  Fluent in Spanish a plus!

Responsibilities/Job Duties:

• Conduct discovery and perform legal research;

• Draft pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions and other legal documents;

• Represent the interests of the claimant at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and other proceedings;

• Litigate cases before a workers’ compensation judge or referee;

• Remaining current with the developments in the law;

• Negotiate settlements on behalf of the claimant;

• Perform other related duties as required

Skill/Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in workers’ compensation applicant matters;

• Graduation from an accredited School of Law;

• A member of the California State Bar in good standing;

• A valid California Class C driver’s license.

• Must be able to manage own caseload;

• Excellent communications (written and verbal) skills and strong organizational skills;

• Fluent in Spanish a plus;

• Strong writing and legal research skills, including Lexis;

• The ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment;

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and ensure timely completion;

• Knowledge of local, state and federal court rules and filing procedures;

• Works independently with minimal supervision and instruction;

• High level of professionalism, integrity and positive demeanor;

• Computer literate and adaptability to new computer software/programs;

• Proficient in Salesforce, Netdocs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.);

• Team player;

• Reliable.

Benefits:

Our Company is offering the right person a career- not just a job. We offer a competitive benefits package which includes health insurance, 15 days of personal time off per year, paid holidays, 401(k), Profit Sharing Plan, plus a variety of other voluntary benefits (such as dental and vision).  We also offer a friendly family-oriented environment.

Please submit your resume and salary requirements.