Workers' Compensation Associate

Workers' Compensation AssociateLocations: (Hybrid)Salary Range: $125,000 – $175,000 + bonusOur client, a nationally recognized civil litigation defense firm, is seeking a Workers' Compensation Litigation Associate to join its California team. This is a strong opportunity to gain hands-on experience handling a diverse caseload while working within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.What You'll Work On:Defending employers and insurers in workers' compensation mattersManaging cases from evaluation through resolutionConducting discovery and preparing case strategyAttending workers' compensation hearings and proceedingsCommunicating directly with clients and providing case updatesSupporting litigation efforts across employment-related mattersWhat We're Looking For:Active California Bar admission1+ year of workers' compensation experience preferred (not required)Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skillsAbility to manage multiple matters and meet deadlinesStrong communication and client management skillsSelf-starter mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaborativelyJD from an ABA-accredited law schoolWhy This Role Stands Out:Hybrid flexibility with strong infrastructure and supportOpportunity to gain hands-on hearing and litigation experience earlyStructured training program and professional development resourcesCollaborative team environment with clear growth opportunitiesExposure to a steady pipeline of defense-side workCompensation & Benefits:Base salary range of $125,000 – $175,000 + performance-based bonusComprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), FSA, and additional perks such as pet insurance and referral programsThis is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build or expand their workers' compensation litigation experience within a supportive and growth-focused platform.