Degan, Blanchard & Nash · 20 hours ago
Workers’ Compensation Associate Attorney
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expDegan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) is a law firm seeking a motivated Workers’ Compensation Associate Attorney with experience in Louisiana workers’ compensation defense. The role involves managing a caseload of workers’ compensation defense matters and collaborating with a talented team to provide excellent client service.
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Responsibilities
Managing a caseload of workers’ compensation defense matters, including employer liability, indemnity disputes, medical treatment issues, and exposure claims
Conducting legal research and preparing pleadings, motions, and briefs
Representing clients in hearings, depositions, mediations, and administrative proceedings before the Louisiana Workforce Commission
Evaluating claims, advising insurer and employer clients, and developing effective defense strategies
Communicating regularly with clients to provide updates, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations
Collaborating with colleagues, medical providers, vocational rehabilitation experts, and others to achieve favorable outcomes
Staying current on workers’ compensation statutes, case law, and regulatory developments
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the Louisiana State Bar and in good standing
3–7 years of workers' compensation or insurance defense experience (flexible depending on skillset)
Strong analytical skills and excellent legal writing abilities
Experience handling depositions, hearings, or administrative proceedings
Ability to manage files independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment
Strong communication skills and commitment to responsive client service
Benefits
Participation in bonus programs
Life Insurance: We provide $50,000 coverage at no cost to the employee.
Long-Term Disability Insurance: Also provided at no cost to the employee.
Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans through BCBS
401(k) Retirement Plan: with an annual discretionary match
HSA with Firm Contribution
Dependent Care FSA
Unlimited PTO
Flexible Work Schedules
Additional Supplemental insurances are also available
Company
Degan, Blanchard & Nash
Degan, Blanchard & Nash has industry recognition and decades of legal service, we assist clients across the United States and in many other countries by resolving legal matters and solving complex problems.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Catherine Landry
Partner In Charge
Foster Nash
partner
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