Insurance Defense Associate Attorney-Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor WC
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Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 per year
A bit about us:An award winning full-service defense firm with decades of experience handling claims for companies within Federal Workers Compensation (Defense Base Act and Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation) seeks an Associate Attorney with experience with Defense Base Act and or Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation
Why join us?An award winning full-service defense firm with decades of experience handling claims for companies within Federal Workers Compensation (Defense Base Act and Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation) seeks an Associate Attorney with experience with Defense Base Act and or Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation
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We are actively seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and motivated Workers Compensation Associate Attorney with a focus on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation. This role is a unique opportunity to join a thriving team and handle a diverse array of complex legal matters. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in Defense Base Act, longshore and harbor workers compensation, federal workers compensation, and workers compensation defense. This position will require a proactive individual who can handle high-stakes cases with autonomy and integrity, providing the highest level of service to our clients.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation to clients in all aspects of workers compensation defense, with a focus on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation.
- Conduct thorough case analyses, develop strategic litigation plans, and manage all stages of the litigation process, from investigation, pleadings and discovery to pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and agreements.
- Advocate for clients in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
- Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure the efficient and effective handling of cases.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting workers compensation, and advise clients accordingly.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring client satisfaction.
- Contribute to business development efforts, including networking, speaking engagements, and other initiatives to attract new clients and strengthen existing client relationships.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
- 1-5 years of experience as a Workers Compensation Attorney, with a focus on Defense Base Act/Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation.
- Proven expertise in federal workers compensation and workers compensation defense.
- Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and work independently, with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
- Commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal ethics and professionalism.
- Proficiency in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.
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