Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney to represent injured plaintiff-employees in their workers’ compensation cases. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive legal advice and representation throughout all phases of workers’ compensation cases, from pre-litigation to post-trial. This role involves litigation, drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements, and ensuring clients obtain the benefits they deserve under the NC Workers’ Compensation Act. The position offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent injured plaintiff-employees in workers’ compensation cases across various stages, including pre- and post-litigation, discovery, and settlement negotiation.
• Provide legal advice and representation to clients throughout their workers’ compensation cases.
• Assist clients in obtaining benefits under the NC Workers’ Compensation Act.
• Litigate workers’ compensation cases at the Deputy Commissioner, Full Commission, and Court of Appeals levels.
• Draft pleadings, discovery documents, orders, and motions.
• Negotiate settlement agreements, releases, and job resignations on behalf of clients.
• Draft briefs for presentation at the Deputy Commissioner and Full Commission levels of the NC Industrial Commission and at the NC Court of Appeals.
• Manage a high caseload and ensure timely and effective legal representation.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in North Carolina.
• 1-3 years of experience practicing as an attorney in an established law firm, with a preference for experience in workers’ compensation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Exceptional analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to self-motivate.
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-task while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows/Office and ability to learn and use various software programs.
• Knowledge of Litify software is preferred.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• License to practice law in North Carolina.

Skills:

• Strong litigation skills and knowledge of workers’ compensation law.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and briefs.
• Effective negotiation skills for settlement agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows/Office and willingness to learn new software.
• Experience with Litify software is a plus.

Job Location:

• Charlotte, NC

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Base life insurance provided by the firm, with supplemental options available.
• Short and long-term disability insurance paid by the firm.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and paid volunteer time off.
• Education and gym reimbursement.

This law firm provides a wide variety of legal services to seriously injured individuals in North Carolina and South Carolina. The firm's major practice areas include personal injury, workers' compensation, social security disability, nursing home negligence, defective medical devices, premises liability, car and truck accidents, and wrongful death. The firm's offices are located in Charlotte, Monroe, and Hickory, North Carolina.