Workers Comp Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.

Our national law firm client is currently seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team of professionals in their Cherry Hill office. Experience in Workers’ Compensation law and bar admission in the State of New Jersey. Additional bar admission in the State of Pennsylvania is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assists Attorney in initial case evaluation and development of litigation strategy.
• Builds relationships with clients, TPAs, insurers, and employers to ensure prompt case resolution and client satisfaction.
• Evaluates the merits of a workers’ compensation claim.
• Conducts extensive legal research and drafts correspondences, pleadings, appeals and appellate briefs.
• Drafts and responds to written discovery requests.
• Reviews medical records.
• Prepares for and attends trials.
• Represents clients in various legal proceedings, including discovery, motions, and trials.
• Assists in preparing settlement agreements, motions, and briefs.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to New Jersey Bar. Additional admission to Pennsylvania Bar, helpful.
• 1-3 years’ experience in NJ Workers’ Compensation, preferred.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, high attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced practice, required.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant computer software programs.

Schedule and Pay Range:

• Full-time

Work Location: In person; Cherry Hill, NJ

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Flexible Spending Account
• Free On-site Parking
• Health Insurance
• Holidays & Floating Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance
• Wellness Programs