Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
Description
Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (remote or in-office)
Albert & Mackenzie is an established and growing California workers' compensation defense law firm with a strong presence throughout the state. Recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024, the firm has also received multiple Best Places to Work awards.
Key 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 follow Firm procedures
- Collaborate with all levels both internal and external
- Develop and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the California State Bar
- Ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues and devise solutions
- Proactive, client-centered, and tech-savvy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Superior organizational, multi-task, and prioritization skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods while working on a computer.
- Sufficient dexterity to operate a keyboard and other office equipment.
- Ability to observe details, read printed materials, and view computer screens.
- Ability to communicate verbally in person and over the phone.
- Ability to move within an office environment and operate office equipment.
- Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 15 pounds as needed.
- Ability to travel to court as required.
Location:
- Remote Optional, or
- In-office: Agoura Hills, Oxnard, Encino, Inland Empire, Long Beach, Orange County, Sacramento, San Diego
Compensation & Benefits: Albert & Mackenzie offers a competitive compensation package: multiple bonus opportunities, and generous benefits including medical, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance benefits, as well as a 401k plan, paid time off, and an optional voluntary dental plan. We also have several bonus opportunities, employer-paid Bar dues and CLEs, and much more.
Albert & Mackenzie ensures equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
About Albert & Mackenzie
Albert and Mackenzie supports its attorneys with ongoing education. It has great training and mentoring programs to help you succeed. The Albert & Mackenzie Executive, Management, IT and Support teams work together to ensure the firm's success in the industry. A leader in working in a paperless office for over thirteen years, Albert & Mackenzie's systems and processes allow for maximum efficiency, engagement and personal satisfaction. We hire top talent and focus on promotion at all levels.
Salary: $100,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Education:
- Juris Doctorate or LLM (Required)
License/Certification:
- CA Bar License (Required)