Senior Staff Attorney, Workers' Compensation

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

📋 Description

• Manage a Texas WC defense caseload from start to finish

• Collaborate closely with claims professionals to establish strategy, assess exposure, and facilitate thoughtful, timely resolutions

• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence in front of Administrative Law Judges

• Recognize opportunities for and submit requests for SIF reimbursements in situations where Hartford has overpaid benefits

• Offer prompt, clear legal advice to claims partners and insured parties

• Foster and sustain professional relationships with opposing counsel, judges/boards, and external partners

• Contribute to a culture of learning by engaging in team huddles, case roundtables, file reviews, and occasional training sessions for attorneys and claims partners

• Keep abreast of updates in Texas workers’ compensation law, procedures, and legal technology; fulfill continuing legal education requirements as necessary

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Over 5 years of legal practice experience with substantial, independent management of complex Texas workers’ compensation cases

• Valid license to practice law in Texas

• Member in good standing of the relevant Bar Association

• Strong skills in legal research, writing, and oral advocacy

• Proven ability to independently manage a caseload, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment

• Experience with Texas DWC hearings

• Experience in drafting DWC forms, preparing medical analysis letters for Designated Doctor Exams, and preparing and presenting evidence and witnesses in BRCs and CCHs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Continuous training opportunities

• Mentorship programs

• Development pathways for career growth

• Flexibility to work from home

• Required in-person collaboration (approximately twice a year)