Managing Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Supervise the legal defense of workers’ compensation cases from the beginning to the final outcome.

• Manage an active caseload while leading and mentoring a team of attorneys.

• Direct and oversee a group of attorneys and legal personnel.

• Provide guidance, training, performance evaluations, and opportunities for professional growth.

• Oversee case strategy, litigation oversight, and ensure legal work products meet quality and consistency standards.

• Manage discovery processes, depositions, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trial preparations.

• Collaborate with firm leadership regarding workflow management, staffing, and initiatives for departmental growth.

• Maintain robust client relationships and deliver outstanding client service.

• Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and nurturing legal talent.

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.

• Ensure adherence to firm policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Demonstrate clear and conceptual thinking, judgment, troubleshooting, analysis, and discretion.

• Effectively manage work-related stress, multiple priorities, and deadlines.

• Perform computer keyboarding and travel as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor degree required.

• Member in good standing of the State Bar of California.

• At least 5 years of preferred experience in workers’ compensation defense.

• Prior experience in management, supervision, or mentoring is strongly preferred.

• Exceptional research, analytical, and negotiation skills.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong abilities in leadership, organization, and team management.

• Commitment to proactive case management and client service excellence.

• Experience with Merus or Litify is preferred but not mandatory.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Teams is preferred but not mandatory.

• Submission of a resume and cover letter is required.

• Candidates who receive an offer must successfully complete a background check prior to their first day of employment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary with a structured bonus opportunity.

• Flexible/Time Off (FTO).

• Option to work remotely.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Short and long-term disability coverage.

• Life insurance benefits.

• Accident insurance coverage.

• Pet insurance options.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• Firm-sponsored life insurance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Paid holidays.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching after 6 months.

• Accelerated partnership track.

• Opportunities for continuous training and learning.

• Year-end party celebrations.

• Employee referral program.

• Reimbursement for cell phone expenses.

• Internet reimbursement for remote work.

• Annual attorney and manager retreat.