What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney position at Straussner Sherman?
Respected, boutique law firm specializing in the representation of first responders/safety officers' workers’ compensation claims seeks an associate attorney. While we are a high-volume practice with extensive clientele, we strive to bring a personal, client focused approach to each of our clients and their families. The right addition to our team will be a hard-working, dedicated individual who can work well with their fellow attorneys and with the many safety officers we represent.
We pride ourselves on maintaining a professional, well-run office while simultaneously promoting close-knit relationships between our attorneys. The ideal associate will be passionate about the clientele they represent, but will also excel at professional networking skills and interpersonal relationships. Please feel free to provide both your resume and a brief cover letter that outlines your interest in joining our firm.
Responsibilities:
- Review client files to provide detailed file work ups for the handling attorney and the legal assistant
- Review medical reports to assess next steps, rate injuries and prepare for settlement
- Attend hearings, trials and depositions
- Contact clients to discuss case status and/or outcome of hearings or trials
- Work within a team to help move cases to a conclusion
Qualifications:
- Juris doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited university
- Admission to the California State Bar
- Interest in representing injured police and firefighters
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Comfortable working in a face paced environment
- Professional demeanor
- Ability to “self-start” and solve problems
- We will train the right individual, including newly admitted attorneys
Compensation:
- Competitive salary
- Health Insurance
- 401K
- Various other employee benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you licensed to practice law in the State of CA? If not, have you taken the Bar or do you plan to take the July Bar?
- Please explain your interest in Workers' Compensation and/or representing first responders.
- What are you salary expectations?
Ability to Commute:
- Van Nuys, CA 91411 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,000 - $130,000