Workers Compensation Associate Attorney

1-12 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Worker's Compensation Associate Attorney for its Los Angeles, CA, location. Here's a comprehensive job description:

Job Overview: The Worker's Compensation Associate Attorney will play a pivotal role in the firm's legal team, handling various tasks related to workers' compensation cases. They will be responsible for conducting thorough case evaluations and client meetings, preparing legal documents, managing discovery, conducting depositions, investigating law and motion practice, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy.

Duties:

• Conduct thorough pre-filing case evaluations with supervising attorneys, assessing liability, damages, and potential legal strategies.
• Lead productive client meetings, ensuring clear communication of legal options, case progress, and client objectives.
• Prepare and file complaints meticulously, adhering to California legal requirements and procedural rules.
• Skillfully manage all aspects of discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Confidently conduct and defend depositions, eliciting crucial information and preserving trial evidence.
• Conduct extensive case-related investigations, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and collaborating with experts.
• Engage in substantive law and motion practice, drafting persuasive motions, oppositions, and supporting briefs.
• Assist in trial preparation, meticulously organize evidence, prepare witnesses, and ensure procedural adherence for successful courtroom advocacy.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in Personal Injury law.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Dedication to delivering exceptional legal representation and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.

Benefits: The firm offers a modern office setting with state-of-the-art facilities, provided food for employees, work-from-home flexibility, opportunities for professional growth and advancement, a relaxed yet professional atmosphere, company perks, and benefits, flexible working hours to accommodate work-life balance, a supportive and inclusive work environment, and a lively and engaging atmosphere conducive to productivity and collaboration.

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