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City of Boston · 2 days ago

Assistant Corporation Counsel III – Workers Compensation

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The City of Boston is seeking a Workers' Compensation Attorney to represent them in litigation related to workers' compensation matters. The role involves conducting legal research, negotiating settlements, and collaborating with internal staff to ensure effective management of cases.

Government

Responsibilities

Represents the City in all workers' compensation matters before the Department of Industrial Accidents

Conducts legal research, drafts discovery, and prepares legal memoranda and briefs as necessary

Responsible for assessing exposure, negotiating settlements and other agreements, participating in mediations, and tracking and negotiating third-party liens

Participates in meetings with internal staff and City Departments to ensure awareness and consistency in information regarding workers' compensation cases

As a member of the workers' compensation team, assists in making determinations on cases and actions to be taken in the best interest of the client

Performs related duties as required

Qualification

Workers' Compensation experienceJuris DoctorateLegal researchNegotiation skillsJudgmentWriting skillsOrganizational skillsTeamworkSelf-motivationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills