Litigation - Workers' Compensation - Defense Attorney in Saint Louis, MO

Law Firm

Saint Louis, MO

Litigation - Workers' Compensation - Defense Attorney in Saint Louis, MO

Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

No

Job Title: Workers' Compensation Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Gathering and reviewing medical evidence and medical records to support case preparation.
- Conducting depositions of claimants, physicians, medical experts, and other relevant parties to gather testimony.
- Engaging in discovery to collect necessary information for case development.
- Performing thorough legal research to support case strategies and legal arguments.
- Staying updated with current developments and changes in workers' compensation law.
- Drafting various legal documents, including pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other necessary legal correspondence.
- Litigating workers' compensation cases before an administrative law judge to advocate for clients effectively.
- Representing employer or insurer interests at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and other legal proceedings.
- Communicating with claims representatives to ensure accurate and timely case management.
- Monitoring loss run reports for trends and increases, alerting management to any concerns that arise.
- Assisting with accident investigations and identifying problem areas to mitigate risks.
- Managing workers' compensation costs to reduce liability for the employer or insurer.
- Compiling and submitting reports as required by company management for review and decision-making.
- Coordinating and attending claims reviews to ensure comprehensive case evaluations.
- Negotiating settlements on behalf of the insurance company or employer to resolve cases effectively.
- Performing other related duties as assigned to support the legal team and clients.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor (.) degree and proof of admission to the Illinois Bar or Missouri Bar are required; passing the bar in another Midwest state is considered a plus.
- A proven track record of 3+ years of experience in workers' compensation defense work is necessary.
- Working knowledge of legal principles and practices is essential for success in this role.
- In-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing workers' compensation is required.
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Outlook is mandatory; familiarity with Perfect Law legal software is preferred.
- Maintaining firm and client confidentiality is required to uphold ethical standards.

Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Workers' Compensation Attorney position.

Additional Information:
The law firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, group term life, voluntary term life, short-term disability, long-term disability, and a 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match. Paid time off is also included as part of the benefits. All information regarding employment will be kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines.