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ICW Group · 16 hours ago

Litigation Attorney Workers' Compensation (Southern California)

Southwest, WV

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $202K/yr

5+ years exp

ICW Group is a leading insurance carrier with over 50 years of experience, dedicated to transforming the insurance experience. The Litigation Attorney for Workers' Compensation will manage all aspects of workers’ compensation cases, providing legal advice and services to ensure effective case handling and optimal results.

Financial ServicesInsurance

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manages the entire legal process, from investigation and discovery though trial prep and court proceedings, depositions, site inspections, court hearings, trials, etc. and negotiating settlements as required with minimal supervision

Litigates workers’ compensation cases in California before all state and federal courts, administrative boards, and other court proceedings

Represents ICW Group, its related entities and insureds before administrative boards, state and federal courts, Court of Appeal, and the California Supreme Court

Assists in premium audit disputes before administrative boards or other court proceedings

Assists in subpoenas and other third-party discovery

Analyzes legal and factual issues; conducts extensive, well-reasoned legal research, as necessary; independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of ICW Group

Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases

Provides accurate legal analysis and strategy recommendations to clients and claims personnel

Assists in analyzing, reviewing, and distributing information on new legislation, regulations, court decisions and proceedings

Provides strategic legal advice, recommendation, and implementation of clear, cost-effective, and efficient plans of action

Delivers ongoing quality assessments of the law and facts and recommendations for timely resolution

Assists in the analysis of referrals from claims and determines need for outside investigation or other information from the insured or others

Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice, and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues

Develops, with minimal supervision, appropriate legal strategies for all stages of litigation and shares them with claims personnel and clients

Directs paralegals and other legal department staff in their duties and responsibilities in the assistance of matters assigned to the attorney

Ensures timely filing of all pleadings and motions or other documents with the court or administrative boards

Builds and fosters internal and external client relationships with a customer-centric focus

Adheres to all ICW Group’s policies and procedures and the California Rules of Professional Conduct

Qualification

Workers' Compensation LitigationCalifornia State Bar LicenseLegal ResearchNegotiation SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication SkillsTime Management

Required

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university required

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school required

Minimum 5 to 8 years of workers' compensation litigation experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of California required, with no history of public or private reprisals

Proficient knowledge in litigating California workers' compensation matters with prior experience handling cases of various types

Must have a solid understanding of workers' compensation administrative rules, procedures, laws, and statutes

Demonstrated experience in working independently under minimal supervision, maintaining a strong work ethic, and exercising initiative

Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal clients both verbally and in writing

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, legal materials of all types, and medical records

Strong negotiation and communication skills

Ability to respond to inquiries, issues, or questions from internal and external clients, businesses, and members of the State Bar or Judiciary, and regulatory agencies

Ability to effectively present information, verbally and in writing to clients, claims personnel, management, mediators, arbitrators, judges, juries, and members of the public

Proficient use of a personal computer and skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, and PowerPoint

Ability to learn various proprietary computer applications

Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and algebra and geometry to practical situations

Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions and problem-solve

Ability to define legal issues, collect necessary data, establish facts, draw legal conclusions, and implement a strategic legal resolution

Expert at time management skills, appropriate delegation of activities and the ability to manage multiple legal matters at one time

Preferred

Familiarity with business legal principles and practices is preferred, including knowledge of billing practices and procedures

Benefits

Generous medical, dental, and vision plans

401K retirement plans and company match

Bonus potential for all positions

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays throughout the calendar year

Support you 100%

Company

ICW Group

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ICW Group Insurance Companies is a top-tier, national, multi-line Property & Casualty insurance company, providing comprehensive coverage to safeguard our customers’ world.

Founded in 1972

San Diego, California, USA

1001-5000 employees