- Manages a full caseload of workers' compensation cases of varying degrees of complexity
- Creates litigation plans.
- Creates budget plans, if necessary.
- Conducts discovery.
- Travels to court and other appearances.
- Tries cases while maintaining exceptional client interaction.
- Composes motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Prepares cases for trial.
- Communicates with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties to effectively represent clients.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Should have at least 5 years experience in the defense of workers' compensation cases.
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Workers Compensation Attorney - Bakersfield, United States - Goldman, Magdalin, Straatsma LLP
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $80k - $200k + bonusAbout GMS
Goldman, Magdalin, Straatsma LLP is a well-established, highly reputable firm specializing in the defense of Workers' Compensation and related matters.
Since we opened the doors in 1999, GMS has represented some of the most respected employers, businesses, public entities and insurance companies in California and the United States. Considered one of the most prominent Workers' Compensation defense firms in California, GMS takes pride in protecting the rights of employers, insurance carriers and Third Party Administrators.
With offices serving all venues in California, our attorneys provide high-quality representation for our premier client base of insurance carriers, third-party administrators and self-insured employers.
Position Summary
The Associate Attorney will be responsible for all aspects of the workers' compensation case, including evaluating the merits of the case, providing guidance and counsel to the clients through effective communication, medical review, and negotiating, settling and litigating cases, if necessary.
Essential Job Functions
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, STD and LTD insurance and 401(k).
Other Job Functions
There may be some travel required as a part of this position.
Frequently required to sit for extended periods of time up to four (4) hours; Must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds. Typing and computer usage for extended periods of up to four (4) hours.
remote work
