Workers' Compensation Attorney

Workers’ Compensation Attorney

A well-established law firm is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join its growing practice in North Carolina. This role offers the opportunity to manage a full caseload while working closely with experienced partners representing employers and insurers across a wide range of industries. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation skills, excellent writing ability, and the ability to manage cases independently while maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a workers’ compensation defense caseload from initial claim through resolution

• Conduct depositions of claimants, lay witnesses, medical providers, and expert witnesses

• Draft and respond to motions, briefs, and discovery

• Review and analyze medical records and claim files to develop case strategy

• Represent clients at mediations, hearings, and other proceedings before the North Carolina Industrial Commission

• Investigate claims and perform legal analysis on new and existing cases

• Negotiate settlements and prepare client reports as required by insurers and risk managers

• Maintain ongoing communication with clients, including insurance adjusters and risk managers

Qualifications:

• Licensed and in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar

• 2+ years of Workers’ Compensation defense experience required

• Experience taking depositions and participating in mediations preferred

• Strong legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated

Benefits:

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Pet Insurance

• Paid Holidays and PTO

Apply today!

Take your litigation career to the next level in a collaborative, well-respected, and supportive environment. Please send your resume to: daniel.nathanson@gogpac.com