Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

gpac (The #1 Recruiting Firm in the Nation) is partnering with our client to identify a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join one of the Pacific Northwest's premier workers' compensation defense practices.This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney seeking strong mentorship, long-term growth, and a collaborative culture within a highly respected and established defense firm.Position: Workers' Compensation Defense AttorneyAbout The RoleThis role focuses on representing employers, insurers, and related entities in workers' compensation defense matters throughout Oregon and Washington. The firm is open to attorneys with prior workers' compensation experience as well as attorneys looking to transition from adjacent practice areas such as personal injury, insurance defense, healthcare, or family law.Attorneys are provided with substantial mentorship, hands-on training, and long-term development support from experienced practitioners.ResponsibilitiesHandle workers' compensation defense matters from inception through resolutionDraft legal correspondence, opinion letters, and related filingsConduct depositions, hearings, and case strategy developmentCommunicate directly with clients, physicians, and opposing counselCollaborate with attorneys and support staff in a team-oriented environmentParticipate in client development, education, and firm initiativesQualifications2+ years of litigation or related legal experience preferredWorkers' compensation experience is helpful but not requiredBackgrounds in:Personal injuryInsurance defenseHealthcare lawFamily lawGeneral litigation are highly transferableStrong writing and communication skillsTeam-oriented mindset with willingness to learn and growOregon Bar admission preferred (Washington admission is a plus)Compensation & BenefitsSalary Range: $115,000 - $180,000+ DOEAnnual bonus opportunities including production-based bonusesHybrid flexibility (2 days/week in office; highly flexible scheduling)Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with matchFront-loaded PTO and sick timeCLEs and bar dues covered by the firmStructured mentorship and partnership trackWhy This Opportunity Stands OutOne of the largest workers' compensation defense firms in the Pacific NorthwestOpen to training attorneys new to workers' compensation from the ground upStrong mentorship structure with assigned attorney mentorsCollegial, team-oriented culture with excellent attorney retentionReal partnership track and long-term growth potentialFamily-oriented environment with strong work-life flexibilityInterested?If you're an attorney ready to build or grow your litigation career in a collaborative and respected environment, reach out to Chad Calcaterra at gpac or send your resume directly for confidential consideration.Email: chad.calcaterra@gogpac.comPhone: (605) 401-6992All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.