Active California State Bar membership in good standing (required)
1+ year of workers' compensation experience preferred; Defense Base Act or Longshore experience a plus
Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Responsive, proactive, and client-focused
Comfortable working in a fully paperless, web-based environment
Responsibilities
Defend employers and carriers in workers' compensation matters
Research legal and medical issues and draft pleadings, petitions, and correspondence
Appear at hearings, depositions, and trials, and negotiate settlements
Manage a balanced caseload and meet deadlines using a case management system
Report to clients promptly and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues
Benefits
Competitive salary
Tiered bonus program
Car allowances
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Health savings account options
401(k) with employer contribution
Generous vacation and sick time
Paid bar dues
MCLE training
Full Job Description
Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
Bradford & Barthel, LLP | Remote or Hybrid | California Bar required (California residency not required)
Salary Range: $100,000 - $220,000 (based on experience)
Key Responsibilities
Defend employers and carriers in workers' compensation matters
Research legal and medical issues and draft pleadings, petitions, and correspondence
Appear at hearings, depositions, and trials, and negotiate settlements
Manage a balanced caseload and meet deadlines using a case management system
Report to clients promptly and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues
Skills and Qualifications
Juris Doctor (required)
Active California State Bar membership in good standing (required)
1+ year of workers' compensation experience preferred; Defense Base Act or Longshore experience a plus
Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills with excellent written and verbal communication
Responsive, proactive, and client-focused
Comfortable working in a fully paperless, web-based environment
Location
Fully remote or hybrid from one of our offices: Anaheim, Fresno, Los Angeles, Concord, Ontario, Redding, Sacramento, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Rosa, Ventura, or Woodland Hills
Compensation & Benefits:
Bradford & Barthel offers a competitive salary, tiered bonus program, and car allowances, along with medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, health savings account options, and a 401(k) with employer contribution. Full-time attorneys also receive generous vacation and sick time, paid bar dues, and MCLE training.
