Workers Compensation Partner and Unit Lead

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Partner and Unit Lead for their Workers Compensation department in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This role involves shaping the strategic direction of the team, maintaining client relationships, and leading complex employment law cases to ensure top-tier legal services.

Duties

• Lead and manage complex employment law cases, providing expert legal advice and court representation.
• Maintain and grow client relationships, driving business development efforts.
• Manage and mentor junior lawyers and associates, contributing to firm planning.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to deliver integrated legal solutions.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and legal regulations.

Requirements

• Several years of experience in Workers Compensation law, focusing on defense.
• Proven ability to manage teams and contribute to firm management.
• Comprehensive understanding of employment law with a successful case track record.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active and in good standing with the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Exceptional client relationship building and management skills.
• Ability to contribute to long-term strategic planning.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Understanding of business development and financial planning in a legal context.

Benefits

• Supportive work environment encouraging innovation and professional growth.
• Infrastructure and resources to support practice development.

For over thirty-five years, this firm has prided itself on its hard work, passion, and focus on client service. With over 100 attorneys working in over 10 offices across the country from Chicago, Florida, Tennessee and more. These attorneys practice in over 25 areas including Medicare Set Aside, Property Litigation, Criminal Defense, Family Law, Rapid Response Team and many, many more.