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Orion Placement

Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Remote — United States (see country and timezone requirements)

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Job description

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Work fully remotely from anywhere in California

Take ownership of your own caseload while receiving support from experienced senior attorneys and staff

Join a collaborative practice where attorneys receive meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure

Build or deepen your California workers' compensation defense expertise with mentorship available for attorneys newer to the practice

Work in a client-focused environment that values thoughtful legal strategy, responsiveness, and personalized service

401(k) with a 3% employer match

Strong opportunity for experienced attorneys to bring established relationships and grow their practice

Location: Fully remote throughout California. Work from anywhere in the state while representing California employers and carriers in workers' compensation matters.

Note: Active California Bar membership is required. Candidates must have strong written communication skills, be organized and responsive, and be comfortable independently managing files, deadlines, client communication, depositions, and WCAB appearances. California workers' compensation defense experience is strongly preferred, but we are open to training motivated attorneys who are ready to build expertise in this area.

About Us

We are a client-focused law firm committed to providing thoughtful, personalized legal representation rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Our attorneys work directly with clients, tailor litigation strategies to each organization's goals, and receive the support needed to deliver excellent results. We value responsiveness, strong judgment, collaboration, and attorneys who want to continue growing professionally. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

Manage a California workers' compensation defense caseload from intake through resolution

Represent employers, carriers, and other clients before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board

Handle depositions, hearings, conferences, and other WCAB appearances

Prepare discovery, legal correspondence, case evaluations, reports, and litigation strategy recommendations

Negotiate settlements and work toward efficient, practical case resolutions

Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments, strategy, exposure, and recommended next steps

Independently manage deadlines, calendars, files, and ongoing litigation responsibilities

Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff on complex matters and professional development

Qualifications

Active California Bar license

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to independently manage files, deadlines, and client relationships

Comfortable handling depositions and WCAB appearances

Organized, responsive, thoughtful, and eager to learn

California workers' compensation defense experience preferred

Attorneys newer to workers' compensation are encouraged to apply if they have strong litigation fundamentals and an interest in developing this practice area

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the autonomy to manage meaningful cases without being left on an island. Our team combines the flexibility of fully remote work with accessible senior attorney and staff support. Whether you already have significant workers' compensation defense experience or are building your foundation in the practice, you will have opportunities to strengthen your skills, develop client relationships, and grow into an excellent practitioner.

JPC-2289

Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Originally posted on Himalayas

Who can apply

Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.

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