Associate

Job Title: Workers’ Compensation Attorney (claimant)

Organization Name: Injured Workers’ Law firm

FLSA Status: Exempt Effective Date: 06/01/2024

Location: Richmond, VA

Job Summary

Represent clients in Virginia workers’ compensation litigation and manage or advise clients on legal transactions. Specialize in workers’ compensation cases.

Education and Experience

· Juris Doctor degree (Required)

Essential Job Duties

· Handle workers’ compensation case files from start to finish.

· Evaluate potential workers’ compensation claims and provide legal advice to people accordingly.

· Draft, review, and/or modify motions, discovery responses, demand letters, pleadings, subpoenas, memorandums, and other legal documents.

· Research case law and review evidence relevant to the case.

· Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, insurance company adjusters, supporting witnesses, and medical providers to gather information.

· Negotiate suitable agreements and settle on the clients’ behalf when appropriate.

· Represent the client at hearings, trials, mediations, and depositions.

· Document and update the status of all case files in the case management software.

· Oversee case management and supervise your team.

· Prepare for trial: conduct pre-trial depositions of experts and key witnesses; prepare trial exhibits; and draft pre-trial pleadings.

· Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.

· Identify coverage sources.

Knowledge & Basic Skills

· English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

· Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

· Active Learning- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

· Active Listening- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

· Communication - Interact with clients and coworkers in a professional manner.

· Critical Thinking- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

· Learning Strategies- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

· Mathematics- Using mathematics to solve problems.

· Monitoring- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

· Pace and Scheduling - Ability to work at a fast pace. Working on a timeline with coworkers and the lead attorney based on case deadlines.

· Reading Comprehension- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

· Speaking- Talking to others to convey information effectively.

· Leadership- Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work.

· Time Management- Managing one's own time and the time of others.

· Writing- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

· Complex Problem Solving- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

· Negotiation - Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

· Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Technology

· Adobe Acrobat

· Neos (or similar case management software)

· Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint)

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or

others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Injured Workers’ Law Firm is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. If accommodation is needed in the application process, arrangements can be made with the local regional office