Workers' Compensation Attorney

Job Title:
Workers' Compensation Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Saint Louis, MO, is seeking a motivated Workers' Compensation Attorney through a legal recruitment partner. This position is ideal for a legal professional in the early stages of their career who is eager to build litigation experience in the field of workers' compensation. The role provides direct mentorship from seasoned attorneys and exposure to diverse legal proceedings and client matters. The attorney will be part of a collaborative legal team, navigating complex claims and contributing to impactful case strategies.

Duties:

• Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff on case management

• Conduct legal research on workers’ compensation laws and regulations

• Engage in direct client communications and relationship-building

• Handle depositions, mediations, and court appearances under supervision

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, findings of fact, and legal correspondence

• Analyze medical records and research relevant to case evaluations

• Monitor and adapt to changes in legal and regulatory developments

Requirements:

• 0-5 years of legal experience

• Familiarity with administrative legal procedures and claims handling

• Strong multitasking ability in a high-volume environment

• Effective negotiation and communication capabilities

• Proven ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities

• Professionalism in interacting with clients and internal stakeholders

• High attention to detail and commitment to excellence

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Missouri or eligibility for prompt licensure

Skills:

• Legal research and writing

• Litigation preparation and case analysis

• Organizational and case management proficiency

• Client service orientation and interpersonal communication

Job Location:

• Saint Louis, MO

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance: medical, dental, vision

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Employer-paid and voluntary life and disability coverage

• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance options

• 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing

• Paid maternity leave and PTO

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives

• Pet insurance coverage

• Observed holidays and a generous paid time off policy

Established around the mid-twentieth century, this premier law firm specializes in all aspects if workers' compensation, civil litigation defense, subrogation and collections law. It has three offices in the state of Missouri. Some of its key areas of practice are appellate resources, environmental law, workers' compensation, and employers' liability. The attorneys here are proactively involved in a number of community service endeavors throughout the year.