Workers Compensation Associate Attorney

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A law firm seeks a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney for their New York City office.

Job Overview:

The Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney will handle a caseload of workers' compensation claims, conduct legal analysis, represent clients at hearings, and assist with trial preparation and appellate briefs.

Duties:

• Conduct file review and legal analysis of workers’ compensation claims
• Perform extensive legal research
• Draft client correspondence, discovery devices, summations, appeals, and appellate briefs
• Maintain an annual billable amount of 1950 hours.
• Represent clients at depositions and hearings before the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board
• Prepare for trials and attend as necessary
• Retain and evaluate expert witnesses

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1+ year of experience as a practicing attorney
• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of New York; admission in other states is a plus

Skills:

• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid research abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to self-manage
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively
• Prompt responsiveness to e-mail and phone inquiries
• Exceptional client skills and telephone manner

Benefits:

• Innovative financial incentive bonus program
• Proactive support and training for marketing objectives
• Excellent Benefits, including a 401k match
• Exceptional growth and advancement opportunities

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306