Worker's Compensation Associate Attorney

Title: Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A well-established law firm in Miami, FL, is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a passion for defending workers' compensation claims and a desire to be part of a dynamic legal team that advocates for clients in various legal matters. The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years of experience in workers' compensation defense, along with the ability to handle cases from start to finish, including mediation, arbitration, trials, and appeals.

Duties:

• Review and prepare summaries of medical records to advocate for clients.
• Draft and respond to discovery-related motions.
• Represent clients in court hearings, attending regularly to ensure favorable outcomes.
• Take and defend depositions of both fact witnesses and expert witnesses.
• Prepare and submit initial, interim, pre-trial, and trial reports, including appellate activity.
• Collaborate with clients to prepare for depositions.
• Actively participate in trial preparation, including drafting motions and engaging in discovery.

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Florida.
• 3-10 years of experience in Workers' Compensation defense.
• Strong litigation skills, including deposition and trial experience.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple cases simultaneously.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar is required.

Certifications:

• Florida Bar admission is mandatory.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in legal research and case preparation.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and work on complex legal matters.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple cases efficiently.

Job Location:

• Miami, FL

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) match.
• Growth opportunities through mentorship and training programs.
• Access to career development resources.
• Opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.

This full-service business law firm has offices in Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Tallahassee, Fort Myers, Louisville, Lexington, West Palm Beach, Chicago, Pensacola, Phoenix, Panama City, U.S. Virgin Islands, Orange County, Las Vegas, San Juan and Los Angeles. The firm has expertise in the areas of corporate structure, intellectual property, immigration, international law,real estate transactions,title insurance defense,bankruptcy,asset protection,land use,probate litigation,estate planning,commercial litigation,real estate litigation, andmergers and acquisitions.