Workers Compensation Attorney

Job Title:
Workers’ Compensation Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm located in Baltimore, MD is seeking a mid-level attorney with hands-on experience in workers’ compensation and employer liability matters. This opportunity is suited for individuals with a background in insurance defense or injury-related litigation, looking to join a high-performing team that values flexibility, mentorship, and professional development. The role involves managing a substantial caseload, applying strategic legal thinking, and operating within a dynamic, digital-first environment. While primarily remote, the position does require periodic in-office collaboration.

Duties:

• Represent clients in workers’ compensation and employer liability proceedings

• Handle a diverse docket involving depositions, motion practice, hearings, and settlement negotiations

• Analyze complex legal and medical documentation relevant to injury claims

• Maintain regular communication with clients, insurers, and opposing counsel

• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, motions, and pleadings

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and strategic case resolution

• Manage court deadlines and appearance schedules across multiple jurisdictions

• Uphold high standards in case preparation, advocacy, and legal writing

Requirements:

• Active law licenses in both Maryland and Pennsylvania

• Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing in the area of workers’ compensation or related fields

• Proficiency in litigation workflows and ability to work independently on a full caseload

• Comfort with digital systems and paperless environments

• Availability to be onsite in the Baltimore office approximately three times weekly

• Admissions in jurisdictions such as Delaware, the District of Columbia, Virginia, or West Virginia are advantageous

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Bar admission in Maryland and Pennsylvania (required)

• Additional Bar admissions are considered an asset

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing capabilities

• Strong verbal communication and negotiation aptitude

• Detail-oriented with a high level of organizational efficiency

• Adaptable to high-volume case environments with shifting priorities

• Technologically proficient and comfortable working in virtual legal systems

Job Location:

• Baltimore, MD (Hybrid: remote with 3 in-office days per week)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

• Firm-sponsored pension plan

• Employee-contributed 401(k) retirement plan

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Life insurance coverage

• Annual performance-based evaluations and discretionary bonus eligibility

• Access to mentorship programs and professional development support

• Collegial workplace culture emphasizing collaboration, diversity, and growth

This East Coast firm has several offices in and around Maryland and Virginia. Concentrating their full-service practice on loyal regional clientele, this firm prides itself on efficient customer service with reasonable billing rates and is very highly regarded in the niche of maritime law. Associates here get a diverse practice and the opportunity to gain immediate meaningful expereince.