Staff Counsel I, Workers Compensation California

Max 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

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EOE Statement

AmTrust Financial Services is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.




H1: Staff Counsel I, Workers Compensation California - Join AmTrust North America's Legal Team
H2: Aggressive, Cost-Efficient, and Creative Litigation Management Opportunity

Overview:
- Responsible for representing AmTrust North America and its carriers in all assigned cases
- Aggressive, cost-efficient, and creative management of a caseload
- Travel to different Boards in Southern California and various AmTrust offices
- Interface with claims administrators, underwriters, employers, safety personnel, and all legal representatives
- Maintain understanding of AmTrust's mission, vision, and values

Responsibilities:
- Competently represent the Employer/Carrier before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board
- Prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
- Conduct legal research and develop defense strategies
- Communicate effectively with Claims, Underwriting, and employers
- Comply with AmTrust's Litigation Management Guidelines
- Assist in developing training materials
- Handle carve-out cases and have familiarity with Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
- Communicate with various parties involved in a case
- Stay current with market trends and attend continuing legal education seminars

Qualifications:
- Licensed by the California State Bar
- Strong technical knowledge of California Labor Code and Rules of Practice and Procedure
- Ability to handle a caseload of up to 95 cases
- 0-3 years of relevant experience
- Strong working knowledge of EAMS, Jet Filing, Lexis Advance, and Microsoft Office
- Trial and/or arbitration experience
- Appellate experience
- Ability to travel to various WCAB district offices and AmTrust offices

Salary Information:
- Salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 for jobs performed in California
- Base pay may vary depending on factors such as education, experience, skills, and location
- Salary range subject to modification in the future
- Evaluation of skills, abilities, and technical knowledge during the interview process to determine correct job level

What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package
- Excellent career advancement opportunities
- Benefits including medical and dental plans, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 401k savings plans
- Emphasis on diversity and inclusion in the workplace

EOE Statement:
- AmTrust Financial Services is an equal opportunity employer
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

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In Summary:
- Staff Counsel I, Workers Compensation California role at AmTrust North America
- Responsible for representing AmTrust and its carriers in assigned cases
- Aggressive, cost-efficient, and creative management of caseload
- Travel to various locations within California and to AmTrust offices
- Interface with multiple parties involved in a case
- Maintain understanding of AmTrust's mission, vision, and values
- Competently handle legal proceedings and prepare legal documents
- Stay current with market trends and attend continuing legal education seminars
- Salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 for jobs performed in California
- Emphasis on diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off

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Legal representation, case management, litigation strategy, legal research, communication, negotiation, training, compliance, travel, Microsoft Office, EAMS, Jet Filing, Lexis Advance, TeamConnect, TimeMatters, E-Verify

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Apply online or email a resume for general consideration

Qualification and Experience Licensed by the California State Bar, specialization in California Workers' Compensation Law preferred, 0-3 years of relevant experience, strong technical knowledge of California Labor Code and Rules of Practice and Procedure, trial and appellate experience, ability to handle a high caseload, willingness to travel

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