[Hiring] Associate Attorney @Pernini Recruiting Company

Role Description

Our client, a leading California-based workers’ compensation defense law firm, is seeking motivated Associate Attorneys to join their Workers’ Compensation Defense practice. Position offers the opportunity to represent employers and insurers in a broad range of workers’ compensation matters while working in a collaborative, technology-forward environment that prioritizes attorney development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• JD or LLM from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
• 1–7 years of substantive workers’ compensation defense experience (REQUIRED)
• Experience representing employers and insurers in workers’ compensation proceedings
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues and develop effective solutions
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working in a paperless practice environment
• Proactive, client-focused professional with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

Requirements

• Represent employers and insurers in workers’ compensation matters
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations as required
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
• Manage caseloads efficiently while adhering to firm procedures and deadlines
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and clients to develop case strategy
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues

Benefits

• Monthly automatic $50 electronics reimbursement and $500 automobile reimbursement
• Competitive Salary: Annual base salary expected to range from $100,000 – $220,000, based on experience and qualifications
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities (FIVE BONUS OPTIONS!)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan, 10 paid firm holidays plus birthday off, additional incentives also
• Additional Benefits: Employer-paid bar dues, CLEs, and ongoing training support and additional perks