Job Details

Scion Legal has been engaged to lead a confidential search on behalf of a respected and growing California based law firm seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join its expanding practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned workers' compensation defense attorney who is seeking a predominantly remote role, values ownership of sophisticated matters, and is eager to contribute to the continued growth of a collaborative and well supported practice.

This role is well suited for an attorney with an exclusive workers' compensation defense background who values proactive case management, strong carrier relationships, and a professional, collegial work environment.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Minimum of 3 or more years of workers' compensation defense experience
• Exclusive or primary focus on workers' compensation defense matters
• Demonstrated experience managing workers' compensation cases from inception through final resolution
• Strong background handling discovery, depositions, hearings, and appearances
• Experience working closely with insurance carriers, employers, and third party administrators
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to proactive, efficient, and strategic case management
• Active membership in the State Bar of California in good standing
• Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor from an accredited institution

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience handling complex or high volume workers' compensation defense caseloads
• Ability to manage in person appearances while maintaining a remote based practice
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
• Client service oriented mindset with a collaborative approach to practice

Preferred Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Bachelor's degree
• Proven ability to independently manage workers' compensation defense matters through resolution

Role Details

• Practice Area: Workers' Compensation Defense
• Experience Level: Associate Attorney
• Billable Requirement: 195 hours per month
• Work Model: Approximately 90 percent remote, with some in person attendance required for hearings, depositions, appearances, and mandatory meetings
• Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience, including quarterly bonus opportunities

Salary Ranges by Experience Level

• 1 to 3 years of experience: $100,000
• 3 to 5 years of experience: $150,000
• 5 to 7 years of experience: $200,000
• 7 to 10 years of experience: $210,000
• 10 or more years of experience: $220,000

Benefits and Perks

• Predominantly remote work environment with optional office space available
• Unlimited Paid Time Off for attorneys
• Annual vacation credit hours offered once per calendar year
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• Firm paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching after one year
• Flexible Spending Account
• Accelerated partnership track
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Casual dress code
• Team events, holiday gatherings, and employee discounts
• Premium office locations with easy access to public transit

Why This Opportunity

This is a compelling opportunity to join a firm that values collaboration, accountability, and long term professional development. Attorneys who are passionate about workers' compensation defense and are seeking flexibility, stability, and a growth oriented practice are encouraged to apply.

About Our Search Firm

Scion Legal is the legal recruiting division of Scion Staffing, Inc., a nationally recognized and award winning recruiting and staffing firm. Since 2006, Scion has successfully placed thousands of professionals in direct hire, interim, and contract roles nationwide. Our team is known for delivering thoughtful, relationship driven recruiting solutions that align exceptional talent with outstanding organizations.

Scion Staffing has been recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Recruitment Firms and Best Executive Search Firms in America and is a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected classification. We are committed to equitable, inclusive, and merit based hiring practices.

For roles located in jurisdictions with fair chance or conviction history regulations, Scion Staffing complies fully with all applicable laws and considers qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records.