Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
California, CA - USA
Job Summary
Pay: $150000.00 - $200000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Work fully remotely from anywhere in California
- Take ownership of your own caseload while receiving support from experienced senior attorneys and staff
- Join a collaborative practice where attorneys receive meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure
- Build or deepen your California workers compensation defense expertise with mentorship available for attorneys newer to the practice
- Work in a client-focused environment that values thoughtful legal strategy responsiveness and personalized service
- 401(k) with a 3% employer match
- Strong opportunity for experienced attorneys to bring established relationships and grow their practice
Location: Fully remote throughout California. Work from anywhere in the state while representing California employers and carriers in workers compensation matters.
Note: Active California Bar membership is required. Candidates must have strong written communication skills be organized and responsive and be comfortable independently managing files deadlines client communication depositions and WCAB appearances. California workers compensation defense experience is strongly preferred but we are open to training motivated attorneys who are ready to build expertise in this area.
About Us
We are a client-focused law firm committed to providing thoughtful personalized legal representation rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Our attorneys work directly with clients tailor litigation strategies to each organizations goals and receive the support needed to deliver excellent results. We value responsiveness strong judgment collaboration and attorneys who want to continue growing professionally. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage a California workers compensation defense caseload from intake through resolution
- Represent employers carriers and other clients before the Workers Compensation Appeals Board
- Handle depositions hearings conferences and other WCAB appearances
- Prepare discovery legal correspondence case evaluations reports and litigation strategy recommendations
- Negotiate settlements and work toward efficient practical case resolutions
- Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments strategy exposure and recommended next steps
- Independently manage deadlines calendars files and ongoing litigation responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff on complex matters and professional development
Qualifications
- Active California Bar license
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to independently manage files deadlines and client relationships
- Comfortable handling depositions and WCAB appearances
- Organized responsive thoughtful and eager to learn
- California workers compensation defense experience preferred
- Attorneys newer to workers compensation are encouraged to apply if they have strong litigation fundamentals and an interest in developing this practice area
Why You Will Love Working Here
You will have the autonomy to manage meaningful cases without being left on an island. Our team combines the flexibility of fully remote work with accessible senior attorney and staff support. Whether you already have significant workers compensation defense experience or are building your foundation in the practice you will have opportunities to strengthen your skills develop client relationships and grow into an excellent practitioner.
JPC-2289
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Requirements: Must-have: CA bar license
- Required Years as Associate: 0 years; open to newer attorneys and candidates without prior workers compensation experience
- Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 0 to 1 year: $150K to $160K
- 2 to 4 years: $160K to $175K
- 5 to 7 years: $175K to $190K
- 8 years: $190K to $200K
Quick Recruiter Reference
Fully remote California workers compensation defense attorney handling an independent caseload WCAB appearances depositions discovery reporting client communication and settlements. Active CA Bar required; prior WC defense experience preferred but not required because the firm will train. $150K to $200K target depending on experience/book with flexibility for exceptional senior candidates.
Recruiters Submission: To submit cancel - Workers Compensation Defense Attorney - Hora Law Firm - JPC- 2289 - source
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- Client job title: Workers Compensation Defense Attorney
- Location: California statewide
- On-site hybrid remote: Remote
- Experience: 0
- Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Workers Compensation Defense Attorney WC Defense Attorney Workers Compensation Associate WCAB Attorney California Workers Compensation Attorney
- # of hires needed: 1