What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney position at Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP?
Haight, Brown & Bonesteel LLP, a well-established civil defense litigation firm with offices throughout California, seeks an attorney to add to the team in our Workers’ Compensation practice group. This position can be in either our downtown Los Angeles or Irvine office.
Responsibilities:
- Handle all aspects of workers’ compensation litigation including taking depositions and making appearances at the WCAB
- Assume responsibility for cases at all levels of complexity
- Communicate effectively with clients
- Develop strategies leading to efficient resolution of cases
- Negotiate and settle cases-in-chief as well as liens
- Draft pleadings and reports
- Depose applicants and physicians
Qualifications:
- Experience in WC on either the defense or applicant side
- Familiarity with the WCAB procedures and the California Workers’ Compensation laws
- Active California Bar License
- Experience defending S&W, 132a and/or subrogation claims a plus
Pay: $160,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year in addition to a $20,000.00 annual bonus for those who meet the quarterly billable hour requirements
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When applying for this position, please email to pschwartz@hbblaw.com your responses to the following:
1. How many years of workers’ compensation experience do you have? Please differentiate between applicant-side and defense-side workers’ compensation cases
2. Describe your level of experience with Permanent Disability Ratings, QME/AME deposing, and negotiations
3. Describe your level of experience appearing before the WCAB for trials or hearings
4. Describe your level of experience drafting Petitions for Removal or Reconsideration
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $160,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $160,000 - $180,000
