Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Nevada
2+ years of workers' compensation experience (preferred)
Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
Strong legal research, writing, and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Responsibilities
Conduct initial consultations with prospective clients, in person and by phone
Evaluate claim viability and potential case value during consults
Explain the workers' compensation process and timelines to clients
Manage a caseload of workers' compensation cases from inception through resolution
Attend hearings, mediations, and appeals
Maintain consistent, proactive communication with clients throughout their case
Draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence
Benefits
Free employee-only coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Option to purchase Long-term & Short-term Disability coverage
401(k) Retirement plan with employer match (available once eligible)
Paid time off and holidays
Ongoing training and development
Supportive, collaborative work culture with quarterly team events
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Summary
The Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney is often the first attorney an injured worker meets. You'll lead intake consultations with prospective clients, assess their claims, explain their rights in plain terms, and convert strong cases into signed representation. From there, you'll manage a high-volume caseload through resolution, backed by a dedicated support team and consistent case flow, so there's no need to generate your own business.
What You'll Do
Intake Consultations
Conduct initial consultations with prospective clients, in person and by phone
Evaluate claim viability, coverage issues, and potential case value during consults
Explain the workers' compensation process, timelines, and what clients can expect
Build trust quickly and sign qualified clients to representation
Partner with the intake team to prioritize and follow up on new leads
Case Management
Manage a caseload of workers' compensation cases from inception through resolution
Attend hearings, mediations, and appeals
Develop case strategy and prepare cases for hearing
Draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence
Client Communication
Maintain consistent, proactive communication with clients throughout their case
Communicate effectively with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and the court
Requirements
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Nevada
Comfortable leading client consultations and building rapport with injured workers
2+ years of workers' compensation experience (preferred)
Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
Strong legal research, writing, and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform essential job functions in compliance with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local regulations
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance in accordance with workplace standards
Ability to communicate clearly by phone and in person during client consultations
Ability to travel locally to hearings and mediations
Compensation & Benefits
$110,000 to $135,000 per year, based on experience
Free employee-only coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Option to purchase Long-term & Short-term Disability coverage
401(k) Retirement plan with employer match (available once eligible)
Paid time off and holidays
Ongoing training and development
Supportive, collaborative work culture with quarterly team events
