Job Type
Full-time
Description
Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney
Join GGRM Law Firm, Nevada's premier injury law firm in Reno, NV, as a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney and make a significant impact on the lives of those who have been injured. If you enjoy interacting with clients and are committed to providing excellent and compassionate representation, we invite you to join our team.
For over 50 years, GGRM Law Firm has been dedicated to serving injured Nevadans by achieving maximum recovery and restoration. Being an employee at GGRM means being part of a supportive and team-oriented workplace where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We provide a flexible schedule that allows employees to choose their arrival time within a two-hour window, supporting a balance of personal and professional commitments. Join us and help continue our proud tradition of excellent service to our community.
Salary Range
- 150,000 - no experience required.
- 175,000 - 3 years of experience as an Attorney, no workers' compensation experience required.
- 200,000 - 5 years of experience as an Attorney and workers' compensation experience is required
- 1% - 4% bonus based on fee splitting of generated revenue
Position Summary
A Workers' Compensation Attorney is responsible for the direction, management, and litigation of all assigned cases.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following
Ensuring case management software (CMS) feed is cleared dailyEnsuring completion of all assigned tasks by relevant due datesEnsuring proper documentation of all assigned cases in CMSEnsuring emails are cleared dailyMonitoring and managing the progress of all assigned casesEstablishing, reviewing, and updating case plan as necessaryFacilitating weekly meetings with assigned Claim Specialists to ensure each claim is reviewed at least once per monthFacilitating weekly meetings with assigned Litigation Specialist to prepare for pending hearingsCompleting Initial 72-hour Contacts with new clientsCompleting Quarterly Meaningful Client Contact (QMCC)Identifying and addressing issues that ariseMonitoring and managing all communication and correspondence with insurance adjusters, third party administrators, medical providers, and other relevant partiesOverseeing and directing the completion of routine communication and correspondenceDrafting all non-routine correspondence (anything other than general templates)Reviewing actual and de factor determinations to ensure case goals and objectives are metDirecting and ensuring the timely appeal of all issues where appropriateMonitoring and managing the litigation of all assigned casesEstablishing, reviewing, and updating litigation plans as necessaryDetermining and directing the legal arguments and evidence to be presentedOverseeing and ensuring client communication on all relevant issues in litigationAttending hearings and making legal arguments to vigorously advocate for assigned clientsParticipating in administrative staff meetings and leadership team meetingsPerforming other duties as assignedRequirements
Graduate of an accredited institution by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctor degree and a specialization in law or any related fieldLicensed to practice law in the State of Nevada and in good standing with the Nevada State BarA valid Nevada driver's license, valid driver's insurance, and proof of driving recordThorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques, legal terminology, and government regulationsExcellent legal drafting, writing, and verbal communication skillsExcellent interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skillsProficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookAbility to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, fax machine, printer, scanner, computerAbility to work with databases and online technological platforms, such as a CMSAbility to be detail-oriented, diligent, and flexibleAbility to handle conflicting time demands and focus on task completion with little direction or need for supervisory follow-upProficient command of the English language in both oral and written formatAbility to work and maintain patience with diversified individuals of various backgrounds and professional competenciesCommitted to maintaining integrity and confidentiality on behalf of clients and the FirmPreferred Qualifications
Minimum of two years of experience in workers' compensation litigationDemonstrated case analysis ability and a track record of proven settlement skillsBilingual in English and SpanishGGRM Law Firm provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $200,000
