Workers' Compensation Attorney

Successful law firm seeks an attorney with 2+ years of experience defending workers' compensation and general liability cases in Indiana to join our Indianapolis, IN 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 performing legal research. • Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents. • Litigating workers' compensation cases before an administrative law judge. • Represent the interests of the employer or insurer at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings. • Assist with the investigation of accidents and problem areas. • Manage workers' compensation costs to reduce liability. • Compile and submit reports required by company management. • Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company/employer. • Other related duties as assigned Qualifications • J.D. and proof of admission to Indiana bar • Proven track record of 2+ years of experience in workers' compensation or general liability or defense work or litigation experience. • Working knowledge of legal principles and practices. • In depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations. • Microsoft Word and Outlook experience required; Perfect Law legal software experience preferred. • Firm and client confidentiality required. Additional Information Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Term Life Insurance, Voluntary Term Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, HSA, FSA, pre-tax Transit and pre-tax Parking. 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match. Generous time off policy.