Successful law firm seeks an attorney to defend General Liability cases to join our Overland Park, KS office. Essential Job Functions: • Gathering and reviewing medical evidence and medical records. • Taking depositions of the claimant, physicians, medical experts, and other parties. • Conducting discovery and perform legal research. • Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions etc. • Litigating cases before a workers' compensation judge or referee. • Represent the interests of the employer or insurer at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings. • Communicate with claims representatives. • Monitor loss run reports for trends and increases and alerts management to concerns. • Assist with the investigation of accidents and problem areas. • Manage workers' compensation costs to reduce liability. • Compile and submit reports required by company management. • Coordinate and attend claims reviews. • Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company/employer. Other related duties as assigned Qualifications • J.D. and proof of admission to the Kansas or Missouri bar. • Proven track record of general liability and civil claims defense. • Working knowledge of legal principles and practices. • In depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations. • Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology. • Firm and client confidentiality required. Additional Information Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, Group Term life, Voluntary term life, STD, LTD, 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match and paid time off.