Description
About Shook & Stone
Shook & Stone is one of Nevada's premier injury law firms, representing clients in Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury, and Social Security Disability matters.
Position Summary
The Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney is often the first attorney an injured worker meets. You'll lead intake consultations with prospective clients, assess their claims, explain their rights in plain terms, and convert strong cases into signed representation. From there, you'll manage a high-volume caseload through resolution, backed by a dedicated support team and consistent case flow, so there's no need to generate your own business.
What You'll Do
Intake Consultations
- Conduct initial consultations with prospective clients, in person and by phone
- Evaluate claim viability, coverage issues, and potential case value during consults
- Explain the workers' compensation process, timelines, and what clients can expect
- Build trust quickly and sign qualified clients to representation
- Partner with the intake team to prioritize and follow up on new leads
Case Management
- Manage a caseload of workers' compensation cases from inception through resolution
- Attend hearings, mediations, and appeals
- Develop case strategy and prepare cases for hearing
- Draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence
Client Communication
- Maintain consistent, proactive communication with clients throughout their case
- Communicate effectively with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and the court
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Nevada
- Comfortable leading client consultations and building rapport with injured workers
- 2+ years of workers' compensation experience (preferred)
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
- Strong legal research, writing, and organizational skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform essential job functions in compliance with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local regulations
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance in accordance with workplace standards
- Ability to communicate clearly by phone and in person during client consultations
- Ability to travel locally to hearings and mediations
Compensation & Benefits
- $110,000 to $135,000 per year, based on experience
- Free employee-only coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Option to purchase Long-term & Short-term Disability coverage
- 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match (available once eligible)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Ongoing training and development
- Supportive, collaborative work culture with quarterly team events
Why Join Shook & Stone
We offer a vibrant and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. In this role, you'll be the attorney who helps injured workers from their very first conversation with the firm through the final outcome of their case. Apply now to build a meaningful practice with a team that has your back.
Skills Required
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Nevada
- Ability to lead client consultations and build rapport with injured workers
- Two or more years of workers’ compensation experience
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
- Strong legal research, writing, and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools
- Ability to travel locally to hearings and mediations
What We Do
Shook & Stone is a prominent Nevada-based law firm specializing in personal injury, workers' compensation, and social security disability cases. With over 30 years of experience, the firm provides legal representation for clients involved in various accidents, including motor vehicle, premises liability, and wrongful death claims. They are known for their commitment to client outcomes and maintaining a supportive, family-oriented work culture for their employees.
