Objective: On the defense side, the goal of the workers' compensation attorney is to help insurance companies or self-insured employers mitigate their exposure and defend workers' compensation claims. Typical job functions of a workers' compensation attorney on-the-defense-side may include:

Essential Job Functions:

• Litigating cases before a workers' compensation judge or referee

• Represents the interests of the employer or insurer at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediation, arbitration, and other proceedings.

• Communicate with claims representatives.

• Monitor loss run reports for trends and increases and alerts management to concerns.

• Assist with the investigation of accidents and problem areas.

• Manage workers compensation costs to reduce liability.

• Compile and submit reports required by company management.

• Coordinate and attend claims reviews.

• Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company.

• Perform other job tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Litigation and strong trial experience.

• Remaining current with workers compensation laws.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong research and analytical skills.

• Ability to handle large caseloads and juggle multiple priority deadlines.

• Excellent negotiation skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment,

• Strong technology skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research platforms such as Lexis and West law.

• Understanding of medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering and similar issues inherent in workers compensation cases.

• Understanding of claims handling guidelines for each business unit.

• Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure.

• Knowledge of billing procedures.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Education/Experience:

• Law Degree required

• Minimum 1 year experience

Salary Compensation Level:  Commensurate with experience

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (in the office or remotely working). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

• Moderate noise (i.e., a business office with computers, phones, printers, light traffic).

• Ability to work in a confined area.

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.

Location

Downey, CA (Hybrid)

Department

Legal

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

$120,000.00 - $150,000.00

Internal Job Code

WC2024