The Hartford
Staff or Senior Staff Attorney - Workers' Compensation
The Hartford, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Staff or Senior Staff Attorney – Workers’ Compensation
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Staff Attorney – LM07EE Sr Staff Attorney – LM07DE
We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. Come join an exciting and inclusive work environment where your work matters and we put the customer at the center of all we do.
As a Staff or Senior Staff – Workers’ Compensation Attorney, you 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 Board in Oakland, San Francisco and Santa Ana, California.
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 legal research and strategy.
Collaborative Environment: work alongside experienced Attorneys and Claims professionals.
Client‑Centered Impact: play a key role in delivering strategic legal solutions that protect insureds.
Flexible Work Model: remote work with occasional in‑person collaboration (≈2‑4 times per year).
Inclusive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, paid holidays, fitness reimbursement, parking and travel reimbursement, phone and internet reimbursement.
Volunteer Time Off + Donation Matching.
Responsibilities In this role, the Attorney is responsible for analyzing complex legal and factual issues, conducting extensive research, and developing well‑reasoned legal strategies. The attorney independently creates and presents defense strategies on behalf of clients, prepares 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, maintains professional diplomacy in interactions with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co‑counsel. The attorney facilitates the prompt and efficient resolution of cases, independently prepares and presents witnesses and evidence in trials, hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Additionally, the attorney researches, drafts, files, and argues 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. 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.
Qualified Staff Attorney Candidates Will Possess
Minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience handling complex Workers’ Compensation cases.
JD from an accredited law school and license to practice in California.
Trial experience is preferred.
Positive, collaborative team‑player attitude.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Solid MS Office proficiency.
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.
Qualified Senior Staff Attorney Candidates Will Possess
Minimum of 5 years of legal practice experience handling complex or life‑cycle Workers’ Compensation cases.
JD from an accredited law school and license to practice in California.
Trial experience is preferred.
Positive, collaborative team‑player attitude.
Excellent legal research and writing skills.
Strong MS Office proficiency.
Lexis Nexis experience is a plus.
Self‑directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong computer skills and ability to quickly leverage new software.
Other Information This position is a remote work opportunity. The WCAB is virtual and requires in‑person appearances for expedited hearings and trial only. The selected candidate will travel within Oakland, San Francisco and Santa Rosa, California. We offer flexible work arrangements and enjoy a business casual work environment.
Compensation The annualized base pay range is $114,800 – $192,000. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package. Other rewards may include short‑term or annual bonuses, long‑term incentives, and on‑the‑spot recognition.
EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age.
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Staff Attorney – LM07EE Sr Staff Attorney – LM07DE
We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. Come join an exciting and inclusive work environment where your work matters and we put the customer at the center of all we do.
As a Staff or Senior Staff – Workers’ Compensation Attorney, you 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 Board in Oakland, San Francisco and Santa Ana, California.
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 legal research and strategy.
Collaborative Environment: work alongside experienced Attorneys and Claims professionals.
Client‑Centered Impact: play a key role in delivering strategic legal solutions that protect insureds.
Flexible Work Model: remote work with occasional in‑person collaboration (≈2‑4 times per year).
Inclusive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, paid holidays, fitness reimbursement, parking and travel reimbursement, phone and internet reimbursement.
Volunteer Time Off + Donation Matching.
Responsibilities In this role, the Attorney is responsible for analyzing complex legal and factual issues, conducting extensive research, and developing well‑reasoned legal strategies. The attorney independently creates and presents defense strategies on behalf of clients, prepares 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, maintains professional diplomacy in interactions with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co‑counsel. The attorney facilitates the prompt and efficient resolution of cases, independently prepares and presents witnesses and evidence in trials, hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Additionally, the attorney researches, drafts, files, and argues 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. 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.
Qualified Staff Attorney Candidates Will Possess
Minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience handling complex Workers’ Compensation cases.
JD from an accredited law school and license to practice in California.
Trial experience is preferred.
Positive, collaborative team‑player attitude.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Solid MS Office proficiency.
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.
Qualified Senior Staff Attorney Candidates Will Possess
Minimum of 5 years of legal practice experience handling complex or life‑cycle Workers’ Compensation cases.
JD from an accredited law school and license to practice in California.
Trial experience is preferred.
Positive, collaborative team‑player attitude.
Excellent legal research and writing skills.
Strong MS Office proficiency.
Lexis Nexis experience is a plus.
Self‑directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong computer skills and ability to quickly leverage new software.
Other Information This position is a remote work opportunity. The WCAB is virtual and requires in‑person appearances for expedited hearings and trial only. The selected candidate will travel within Oakland, San Francisco and Santa Rosa, California. We offer flexible work arrangements and enjoy a business casual work environment.
Compensation The annualized base pay range is $114,800 – $192,000. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package. Other rewards may include short‑term or annual bonuses, long‑term incentives, and on‑the‑spot recognition.
EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age.
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