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Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney

Orion Placement
Denver, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 9/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/24/2027

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Manage a meaningful caseload while representing employers and insurance carriers in workers’ compensation matters.
  • Build your litigation skills with hands-on responsibility, strong mentorship, and support from an experienced defense team.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of working fully remote while remaining connected to a collaborative, established law practice.
  • Work on challenging matters that strengthen your case management, analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
  • Build a long-term career with bonus opportunities, professional development, and a potential path to partnership.

Location:

This position is fully remote for attorneys currently based in Colorado or Utah, with a hybrid option available for candidates in the Denver Metro Area.

Note:

Candidates must be admitted to the Colorado or Utah Bar and have 2 years of legal experience. Workers’ compensation defense or insurance defense experience is highly preferred.

About Us

We are an established multi-state law firm representing employers, insurance carriers, and businesses in workers’ compensation, insurance defense, civil litigation, and related matters. Our team combines the resources and experience of an established practice with responsive service, practical legal strategy, and a collaborative approach to client representation. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of workers’ compensation defense matters from assignment through resolution.
  • Develop case strategy, analyze claims, conduct legal research, and provide practical recommendations to clients.
  • Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, reports, and other litigation documents.
  • Participate in hearings, depositions, negotiations, and other stages of the litigation process.
  • Maintain strong communication with employers, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other parties.
  • Manage deadlines, calendars, billing requirements, and an active caseload in an organized and efficient manner.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and support professionals while taking meaningful ownership of your matters.

Qualifications

  • Active Colorado or Utah Bar admission required.
  • 2 years of legal or litigation experience.
  • Workers’ compensation defense or insurance defense experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong analytical, writing, communication, case management, and time management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Additional state bar admissions are a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits.
  • 401(k) with employer matching eligibility.
  • Bonus opportunities and a potential partnership track for attorneys interested in long-term growth.
  • An established, supportive legal team where strong performers can build their skills, take ownership, and advance their careers.

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Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
  • This role is hybrid at the Denver, CO, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
  • In what city/state do you currently reside?
  • What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

  • legal : 2 years (Required)
  • WC or insurance defense : 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • CO or UT bar license (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80202

Salary : $110,000 - $125,000

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