Attorney III

Do you thrive in a dynamic collaborative environment where your legal skills can truly shine? Are you passionate about making a positive impact for injured workers and employers across California? Come join our team!

Our Bakersfield Legal office is seeking a motivated Attorney III to join our exceptional legal team at State Compensation Insurance Fund. We represent insured employers and various State agencies in workers’ compensation matters and are looking for an attorney who can make an immediate impact.

As an Attorney III, you will handle, defend, litigate, and resolve complex workers’ compensation cases.

Bakersfield is home to some of the most experienced workers’ compensation attorneys, with decades of practice in both public and private sectors. We defend cases aggressively, using a collaborative, thoughtful and targeted approach focused on serving out clients’ best interests.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a seasoned workers’ compensation attorney who can independently manage a litigation caseload with minimal supervision. We value diversity and inclusion, and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Location:

The Bakersfield Legal unit primarily appears before the Bakersfield Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB), but our attorneys may appear at other WCAB offices throughout Central California.

This position offers remote flexibility; however, the successful candidate will be required to attend some hearings and other calendar commitments such as depositions, arbitrations, meetings, and training in-person as required.

Your Role:

As a vital member of our legal team, your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating closely with internal and external clients
• Drafting compelling pleadings, correspondences, and legal documents
• Conducting thorough discovery
• Negotiating and drafting settlements
• Making confident court appearances, including trials
• Managing an active caseload while meeting critical deadlines

Desired Qualifications:

• Workers’ compensation litigation experience (highly desired)
• Exceptional analytical, written, and oral communication skills
• Exceptional research abilities
• Outstanding customer service and client relations skills
• Concise and persuasive writing abilities
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex medical reports
• Excellent organizational skills, coupled with the ability to meet deadlines while managing an active caseload
• Effective collaboration with peers, supervisors, internal and external clients, and other State Fund employees
• The flexibility to work independently and as a cohesive team member

At State Fund, we foster a supportive and inclusive work environment where your career can thrive. Join us in making a meaningful impact.

Working at State Fund offers EXCELLENT benefits including:

• Alternate Work Schedule options
• On-the-job training
• Various health, dental and vision plans to choose from
• Retirement plans (CalPERS, 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Days
• Personal Holidays
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Dependent Scholarship Program
• Leadership Training
• Mentoring Program
• Transit Pass Program
• AND MORE

Do you need help with the state application process? Please view this short tutorial video:

https://scif.wistia.com/medias/8g6eazzxjk

SALARY: $10,852.00 - $15,325.00 per Month

CLASSIFICATION: Attorney III

FINAL FILING DATE: 12/21/25