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The Hartford · 14 hours ago

Staff Attorney, Sr Staff Attorney, Workers Compensation

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$118K/yr - $199K/yr

2+ years exp

The Hartford is an insurance company dedicated to making a difference, and they are seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Attorney specializing in Workers' Compensation. The role involves analyzing complex legal issues, developing legal strategies, and providing legal support to clients while collaborating with other legal and claims professionals.

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Responsibilities

Analyzing complex legal and factual issues

Conducting extensive research

Developing well-reasoned legal strategies

Independently create and present defense strategies on behalf of clients

Preparing complex pleadings

Written discovery

Depositions

Petitions for reconsideration

Trial briefs with a high degree of autonomy

Collaboration with Claims Partners

Providing timely and effective communication

Legal advice and support to clients

Maintaining professional diplomacy in interactions with courts

Witnesses

Opposing counsel

Co-counsel

Facilitating prompt and efficient resolution of cases

Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence in trials

Hearings

Arbitrations

Alternative dispute resolution proceedings

Researching

Drafting

Filing

Arguing appellate briefs in reviewing courts

Participation in team huddles

Conducting in-house training for junior associates and claims partners

Engaging in claims file reviews

Attending continuing legal education seminars

Qualification

Workers' Compensation experienceJD from accredited law schoolTrial experienceLegal research skillsLegal writing skillsMS Office proficiencyLexis Nexis experienceComputer skillsOrganizational skillsTeam-player attitude