Workers' Compensation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time Workers' Compensation Attorney based in Sacramento, CA. The attorney will manage and resolve workers' compensation cases, focusing on legal strategy, advocacy, and compliance within a structured case management system.

Duties

• Evaluate new and existing workers' compensation cases for legal merit and strategy.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, depositions, and other proceedings.
• Prepare and file legal pleadings, motions, and settlement documents.
• Conduct settlement negotiations and advocate for favorable outcomes.
• Provide legal guidance to Case Managers on assigned cases.
• Review complex matters requiring attorney-level decision-making.
• Perform legal research to support case strategy and compliance.
• Communicate with clients regarding legal strategy and case status.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the case management system.
• Ensure compliance with ethical, professional, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership to improve legal workflows and efficiency.

Requirements

• Strong legal analysis, strategic decision-making, and professional judgment.
• Effective oral advocacy, legal drafting, negotiation, and settlement skills.
• Clear communication with clients, courts, and internal teams.
• Strong time management skills for managing a high-volume caseload.
• Ability to work within established firm processes and protocols.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and procedures.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in California and in good standing.

Skills

• Knowledge of workers' compensation statutes and procedural rules.
• Experience with legal ethics and professional responsibility requirements.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Health benefits.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan.
• Dedicated team of case managers and assistants.
• Stable, high-volume caseload.
• Collaborative, in-office work environment.