Litigation - Workers' Compensation - Defense Attorney in Lake Oswego, OR

In-House

Lake Oswego, OR

Litigation - Workers' Compensation - Defense Attorney in Lake Oswego, OR

Attorney

Min 7 yrs required

No

Job Title: Workers' Compensation Senior Counsel

Job Responsibilities:
- Handle a caseload of higher exposure cases and complex litigation matters independently, delivering optimal results for insured customers.
- Litigate cases to verdict, demonstrating strong trial skills.
- Specialize in one or more areas of practice.
- Demonstrate strong legal research, writing, and presentation skills.
- Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.
- Build and foster internal and external client relationships with a customer-centric focus.
- Provide leadership through mentoring other attorneys and legal support staff.
- Provide internal and external training, seminars, and legal updates to insured clients and Claim partners.
- Provide in-depth, substantive analysis and quality reporting to insured clients and Claim partners consistent with best practices.
- Effectively utilize support staff consistent with office protocols and best practices.
- Adhere to all best practices in file handling.
- Fully and effectively utilize available technology, case management systems, and automation.
- Travel as required to meet business needs.
- Initiate special projects and identify other opportunities to support office goals/business needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctorate; graduate of an accredited law school.
- A minimum of 7 years of litigation practice or prior legal experience.
- Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required.
- Valid driver’s license required depending on the location.

Salary Information:
- The annual base salary range for this position is between $129, and $213,.
- The actual salary will be determined by factors including the scope, complexity, and location of the role; skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Additional Information:
- Health Insurance: Coverage for employees and eligible family members from the first day of employment.
- Retirement: Company matches 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to the first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. Includes a Pension Plan fully funded by the company.
- Paid Time Off: Minimum of 20 days annually, plus nine paid company holidays.
- Wellness Program: Includes tools, discounts, resources, and a mental health program providing access to free professional counseling services.
- Volunteer Encouragement: Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program to support community involvement.

Employment Practices:
- Company is an equal opportunity employer and values the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to the organization.
- Candidates in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
- The company reserves the right to fill the position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.