Attorney needed for Long Beach office

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join their team and handle all aspects of applicant workers' compensation litigation. The ideal candidate will manage a caseload, including drafting petitions and motions, appearing at hearings and trials, taking and defending depositions, and working toward case settlements. This position offers competitive compensation with room for career growth in a supportive and flexible work environment.

Location:

• Long Beach, CA

Duties:

• Handle all aspects of applicant workers' compensation litigation.
• Draft petitions and motions for workers' compensation cases.
• Appear at hearings and trials throughout Southern California.
• Take and defend depositions in workers' compensation cases.
• Negotiate and settle cases effectively.
• Manage a personal caseload with a focus on efficiency and quality.

Requirements:

• Active membership in the California State Bar or awaiting results.
• Minimum of 1 year of workers' compensation experience.
• Ability to handle a caseload independently.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage cases efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• California State Bar License or awaiting results.

Skills:

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Time management skills to handle a varied caseload.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

This firm has offices located in Long Beach, Tucson, and Phoenix. This firm has been practicing for over 50 years and has an AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell. This firm strives to treat clients with integrity, dignity, passion, and competency. The lawyers of this firm strive to truly understand each client's objectives, concerns, and goals. Practice areas of this firm include personal injury, employment law, disability denial, real estate, insurance disputes, children's rights, appeals, product liability, elder abuse, social security disability, and workers' compensation.