Compensation Details

·       Junior Attorneys (1–2 years’ experience): $120K–$140K base salary

·       Experienced Attorneys: Up to $220K base salary

·       Attorneys can earn up to an additional $13K per quarter ($52K/year) by meeting billing targets

·       Additional income opportunities available through firm incentives

·       Strong upward mobility for attorneys who want to grow within the firm

Office Locations (Hybrid/Remote Options)

·       Agoura Hills

·       Oxnard

·       Encino

·       Inland Empire

·       Long Beach

·       Orange County

·       Sacramento

·       San Diego

·       San Francisco

·       San Jose

Firm Overview

The client is a well-established workers’ compensation defense law firm with over 25 years in business. The firm is listed on multiple insurance panels and is currently hiring attorneys across several California locations. The work environment is fast-paced and high-volume, offering strong opportunities for growth, performance-based rewards, and work-life balance for those who seek it.

Case Load & Support Structure

·       Junior attorneys typically manage 60–80 cases

·       Senior attorneys can handle 80–120 cases

·       Support staff ratio: 1 legal assistant per 3 attorneys

·       Legal assistants’ hours can count toward attorneys’ billable hours

Interview & Hiring Process

·       Fast hiring timeline – approximately 1 week from resume submission to offer

·       Firm responds within 24 hours after receiving a candidate’s resume and summary

·       Firm provides 90-day training for all new attorneys with no billable hour expectations during this period

Benefits & Perks

·       Full benefits including health insurance and 401(k)

·       Remote flexibility

·       High-volume caseload provides consistent work

·       Culture supports both work-life balance and high-performance incentives

Job Description

The client is an expanding California workers’ compensation defense law firm with a strong statewide presence. Recognized as a Great Place to Work from 2021 through 2025 and a multiple Best Places to Work award recipient.

Key Responsibilities

·       Represent clients in workers’ compensation proceedings

·       Conduct legal research, analyze complex issues, and draft legal documents

·       Attend hearings and depositions

·       Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients

·       Effectively manage time and follow firm procedures

·       Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

·       Develop and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues

Required Skills and Qualifications

·       Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

·       Active membership in the California State Bar

·       Workers’ compensation defense experience preferred

·       Ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues and develop solutions

·       Proactive, client-centered, and tech-savvy

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

·       Superior organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills