Associate Attorney

We are seeking an experienced and client-focused Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation to manage workers' compensation cases, represent injured workers, and lead a dedicated legal support team. This role involves overseeing case strategy, negotiating settlements, representing clients before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB), and supervising case managers and case assistants.

• Case Management and Legal Representation
• Team Leadership and Supervision
• Client and Team Communication
• Reporting and Administrative Responsibilities
• Professional Development and Community Engagement

• Active California State Bar license in good standing, with no prior disciplinary complaints, suspensions, or disbarments.

• Strong knowledge of California workers' compensation law and WCAB procedures.

• Experience managing workers' compensation cases, including settlement negotiations, litigation strategy, and case resolution.

• Excellent legal research, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to supervise, train, and develop legal support staff.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

• Proficiency with email, computers, smartphones, tablets, and case management or CRM software.

• Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record.

• Strong knowledge of California workers' compensation law, excellent litigation and negotiation skills, and proven leadership abilities.

• This individual must be committed to maximizing client recoveries while delivering exceptional service and maintaining high ethical and professional standards.

• Experience representing injured workers in a plaintiff-side workers' compensation practice.

• Experience managing a team consisting of case managers and case assistants.

• Demonstrated success meeting settlement, case resolution, or other performance targets.

• Experience identifying third-party liability claims and coordinating with outside counsel.

• Strong client-service skills and a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach.

• Occasional day and overnight travel to WCAB locations outside the immediate Bay Area, including Stockton, Fresno, and Redding.

• Occasional overnight and weekend travel for industry conferences and professional development events.

• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends when necessary to meet client needs, case deadlines, and court obligations.

• Punctual attendance at court appearances, client consultations, team meetings, and other scheduled commitments.

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