As a Workers' Compensation Associate, you'll handle a variety of complex and engaging matters while working with a talented team committed to excellent client service.
Key Responsibilities:- Managing a caseload of workers' compensation defense matters, including employer liability, indemnity disputes, medical treatment issues, and exposure claims.
- Conducting legal research and preparing pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Representing clients in hearings, depositions, mediations, and administrative proceedings before the Louisiana Workforce Commission.
- Evaluating claims, advising insurer and employer clients, and developing effective defense strategies.
- Communicating regularly with clients to provide updates, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.
- Collaborating with colleagues, medical providers, vocational rehabilitation experts, and others to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Staying current on workers' compensation statutes, case law, and regulatory developments.
Requirements
Qualifications:- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Louisiana State Bar and in good standing.
- 3-7 years of workers' compensation or insurance defense experience (flexible depending on skillset).
- Strong analytical skills and excellent legal writing abilities.
- Experience handling depositions, hearings, or administrative proceedings.
- Ability to manage files independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
- Strong communication skills and commitment to responsive client service.
Benefit Highlights:- Participation in bonus programs
- Life Insurance: We provide $50,000 coverage at no cost to the employee.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance: Also provided at no cost to the employee.
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans through BCBS
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: with an annual discretionary match
- HSA with Firm Contribution
- Dependent Care FSA
- Unlimited PTO
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Additional Supplemental insurances are also available
