The Hartford
Staff or Senior Staff Attorney- Workers' Compensation
The Hartford, Brea, California, United States, 92631
## Staff or Senior Staff Attorney- Workers' CompensationJoin our dynamic in-house legal team as a Staff or Senior Staff – Workers’ Compensation Attorney, where your expertise will help shape outcomes for our clients and insuredsacross California.**Why You’ll Love This Role:****Hands-On Litigation Experience**: Manage your own caseload and gain practical experience through depositions and hearing before the **Workers’ Compensation** Boards in Van Nuys, Marina Del Rey, Los Angeles, Long Beach and Oxnard. : We’re committed to your development. As a CLE provider, we offer ongoing learning opportunities to help you stay sharp and advance your legal career. We also offer mentoring and regular monthly coaching as you develop as a lawyer.: Work alongside experienced Attorneys and Claims professionals in a matrixed business setting that encourages knowledge-sharing and teamwork.**Client**-**Centered Impact**: Play a key role in delivering strategic legal solutions that protect insureds and support our mission of exceptional customer service. : Enjoy the benefits of remote work with occasional in-person collaboration (approximately 2-4x annual)**Inclusive Benefits Package**: Medical, Dental, Life and vision. 401K with a co. match. Generous Paid time off allowance and Paid Holidays. Fitness Reimbursement. Work-related parking and travel is reimbursed. Company phone and standard internet reimbursement. In this role, the Attorney is or analyzing complex legal and factual issues, conducting extensive research, and developing well-reasoned legal strategies. They independently create and present defense strategies on behalf of clients, preparing complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, petitions for reconsideration, and trial briefs with a high degree of autonomy. Collaboration with Claims Partners is essential to achieve optimal outcomes for Hartford insureds. The attorney provides timely and effective communication, legal advice, and support to clients, while maintaining professional diplomacy in interactions with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel. They facilitate the prompt and efficient resolution of cases and independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence in trials, hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Additionally, they research, draft, file, and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts. The role includes participation in team huddles, conducting in-house training for junior associates and claims partners, and engaging in claims file reviews. To maintain a high level of professional expertise, the attorney regularly attends continuing legal education seminars**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Note- This position may be filled as a Staff Attorney or a Senior Staff Attorney commensurate with a candidate’s experience.
candidates will possess the following requirements:
Workers’ Compensation cases.
• JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of California
• Trial experience is preferred.
• Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Lexis Nexis experience is a plus!
• Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software
as required. • Minimum of 2 years of legal practice experience handling complex candidates will possess the following requirements:
pension Workers’ Compensation cases.
• JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of
California.
• Trial experience is preferred.
• Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
• Lexis Nexis experience is a plus!
• Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software
as required. • Minimum of 5 years of legal practice experience handling complex/lifeThe WCAB is virtual and requires in-person appearances for expedited hearings and trial only. The selected candidate will travel within the following geography: Los Angeles, Long Beach, Marina Del Rey, Van Nuys and Oxnard, California. We offer flexible work arrangements and enjoy a business casual work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Note- This position may be filled as a Staff Attorney or a Senior Staff Attorney commensurate with a candidate’s experience.
candidates will possess the following requirements:
Workers’ Compensation cases.
• JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of California
• Trial experience is preferred.
• Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Lexis Nexis experience is a plus!
• Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software
as required. • Minimum of 2 years of legal practice experience handling complex candidates will possess the following requirements:
pension Workers’ Compensation cases.
• JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of
California.
• Trial experience is preferred.
• Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
• Lexis Nexis experience is a plus!
• Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software
as required. • Minimum of 5 years of legal practice experience handling complex/lifeThe WCAB is virtual and requires in-person appearances for expedited hearings and trial only. The selected candidate will travel within the following geography: Los Angeles, Long Beach, Marina Del Rey, Van Nuys and Oxnard, California. We offer flexible work arrangements and enjoy a business casual work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr