The Hartford
Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation
The Hartford, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation
Join our dynamic in‑house legal team as an Associate‑Workers' Compensation, where your expertise will help shape outcomes for our clients and insureds across California.
Why You'll Love This Role
Hands‑On Litigation Experience: Manage your own caseload and gain practical experience through depositions and hearings before the Workers' Compensation Boards in Van Nuys, Marina Del Rey, Los Angeles and Oxnard.
Growth‑Oriented Culture: We’re committed to your development. As a CLE provider, we offer ongoing learning opportunities.
Utilization of progressive AI Tools: Leverage AI tools to streamline research and enhance daily efficiency.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced attorneys and claims professionals in a matrixed business setting.
Client‑Centered Impact: Provide strategic legal solutions that protect insureds and support exceptional customer service.
Flexible Work Model: Remote work with occasional in‑person collaboration (≈2‑4x annual).
Inclusive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Life, Vision. 401(k) with company match. Generous PTO, holidays, fitness reimbursement. Travel and parking reimbursed.
Volunteer Time Off + Donation Matching
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic legal defenses for Workers' Compensation cases.
Manage a case load of 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 hearings, trials, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.
Collaborate with claims partners to achieve favorable outcomes.
Participate in team huddles and claims file reviews to enhance strategy and service.
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in California, in good standing.
Legal internship or law clerk experience preferred.
Familiarity with Workers' Compensation a plus.
Excellent legal research and writing skills.
Strong MS Office proficiency (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Effective communicator with strong negotiation skills.
Positive, collaborative team‑player attitude.
Intentional planning skills and execution of responsibilities.
Compensation Base pay range: $81,840 – $122,760 annually. Other rewards may include bonuses, long‑term incentives and recognition.
Benefits Remote work opportunity. Required in‑person hearings for expedited hearings and trial only.
Travel within Los Angeles, Long Beach, Marina Del Rey, Van Nuys and Oxnard.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age
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Why You'll Love This Role
Hands‑On Litigation Experience: Manage your own caseload and gain practical experience through depositions and hearings before the Workers' Compensation Boards in Van Nuys, Marina Del Rey, Los Angeles and Oxnard.
Growth‑Oriented Culture: We’re committed to your development. As a CLE provider, we offer ongoing learning opportunities.
Utilization of progressive AI Tools: Leverage AI tools to streamline research and enhance daily efficiency.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced attorneys and claims professionals in a matrixed business setting.
Client‑Centered Impact: Provide strategic legal solutions that protect insureds and support exceptional customer service.
Flexible Work Model: Remote work with occasional in‑person collaboration (≈2‑4x annual).
Inclusive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Life, Vision. 401(k) with company match. Generous PTO, holidays, fitness reimbursement. Travel and parking reimbursed.
Volunteer Time Off + Donation Matching
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic legal defenses for Workers' Compensation cases.
Manage a case load of 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 hearings, trials, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.
Collaborate with claims partners to achieve favorable outcomes.
Participate in team huddles and claims file reviews to enhance strategy and service.
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in California, in good standing.
Legal internship or law clerk experience preferred.
Familiarity with Workers' Compensation a plus.
Excellent legal research and writing skills.
Strong MS Office proficiency (Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Effective communicator with strong negotiation skills.
Positive, collaborative team‑player attitude.
Intentional planning skills and execution of responsibilities.
Compensation Base pay range: $81,840 – $122,760 annually. Other rewards may include bonuses, long‑term incentives and recognition.
Benefits Remote work opportunity. Required in‑person hearings for expedited hearings and trial only.
Travel within Los Angeles, Long Beach, Marina Del Rey, Van Nuys and Oxnard.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age
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