Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation

The Hartford is an insurance company dedicated to making a difference and supporting its employees' growth. They are seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation to manage a caseload and deliver strategic legal solutions in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic legal defenses for Workers' Compensation cases
• Manage a case load of between 90-100 cases in chief (including master and companion files)
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of complex issues
• Draft and argue petitions
• Represent clients in hearing, trials, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions
• Collaborate with Claims Partners to drive favorable outcomes
• Participate in team huddles and claims file reviews to enhance legal strategy and client service

Skills

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in the state of California, in good standing
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Strong MS office proficiency (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
• Effective communicator with strong negotiations skills
• Positive minded and collaborate team-player attitude
• Intentional planning skills and execution of responsibilities
• Legal internship or Law Clerk experience preferred
• Familiarity with Workers' Compensation a plus!

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life and Vision
• 401K with co. match
• Generous Paid time off allowance
• Paid Holidays
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Work-related travel and parking is reimbursed
• Volunteer Time off
• Donation Matching

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