Associate Attorney Jobs in San Diego, CA

Overview
We need an associate attorney with 1-5 years of experience in Workers' Compensation Defense who can handle a full caseload and bill consistently at 200+ hours per month. You should be comfortable working in a hybrid/remote environment with occasional in-person court appearances and have a track record of managing cases independently. Bonus points if you bring an existing book of business or client relationships in the workers' comp space.

Duties

• Handle all aspects of workers' compensation defense cases for a diverse client base including prestigious national companies and professional sports teams
• Manage a full caseload with a billing target of 225 hours per month, with lucrative bonuses for exceeding that threshold
• Conduct remote and in-person depositions, court appearances, and hearings throughout California
• Work collaboratively with a team of attorneys, legal assistants, and administrative staff in a paperless, tech-enabled environment
• Develop client relationships and contribute to business development efforts, with significant financial incentives for originating new business
• Research, draft motions, prepare trial documents, and communicate with clients, adjusters, and opposing counsel

Requirements.

• 1 -​ 5 years of experience in workers' compensation defense at a California law firm
• Workers' comp defense experience at a law firm
• Consistent billing of 200+ hours per month
• Alternate archetype:​ civil litigation attorney willing to accept lower comp for learning curve
• Existing book of business or client relationships in workers' comp

Education
Active California Bar license (or willing to waive in)
JD from accredited law school

• California workers' compensation law knowledge
• Experience with remote court appearances and depositions

Pay: $130,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

License/Certification:

• Active California Bar license (Required)

Work Location: In person