Location: New York,NY, USA
As a Senior Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation, you will play a pivotal role in our legal team, advocating on behalf of insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers. Leveraging your expertise and experience, you will lead and mentor junior team members while ensuring exceptional legal representation and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Advocacy:
● Advocate on behalf of insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers in Workers' Compensation cases.
● Prepare correspondence, draft pleadings, and represent clients in court appearances with proficiency and precision.
Case Management and Strategy:
● Manage case calendars and deadlines effectively, overseeing multiple cases simultaneously.
● Conduct depositions and cross-examinations of medical professionals to strengthen case strategies.
● Negotiate settlements and handle lien claims to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
Leadership and Mentorship:
● Mentor and manage junior attorneys and legal assistants, providing guidance and support for professional development.
● Foster a collaborative work environment, promoting knowledge-sharing and team cohesion.
Client Engagement and Relationship Building:
● Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry stakeholders, ensuring trust and confidence in legal services.
● Attend marketing events to engage with new and existing clients and contribute to business development efforts.
Administrative Responsibilities:
● Review and work on files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal procedures.
● Enter time entries into billing software and input case information into PracticeMaster for comprehensive case management.
● Meet deadlines for client correspondence and attend client file reviews as necessary.
Continuing Education and Legal Expertise:
● Conduct training seminars for clients on evolving workers' compensation case law, demonstrating expertise and thought leadership in the field.
● Stay updated on changes in workers' compensation case law and statutes, maintaining current knowledge and providing strategic counsel.
Additional Duties:
● Undertake any other duties or tasks as needed to support the firm's objectives and operations.
Requirements:
● California Bar license is mandatory.
● Minimum of 15 years of demonstrated experience in workers' compensation law.
● Proven track record of excellence in written and verbal communication skills.
● Strong organizational and time management abilities.
● Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
● Residency in California is mandatory.
● Position is about 90% remote, with occasional in-person trial appearances.
● Competitive pay range from $100k to $210k, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Join our team, a distinguished California law firm specializing in workers' compensation, employment, liability, audit defense, and subrogation law. Contribute your expertise to our commitment to excellence in workers' compensation advocacy. If you are a seasoned legal professional with a passion for achieving justice for clients, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team.