About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Manage a caseload of workers' compensation defense matters from opening through appeal in a collaborative, remote-first setting. The role combines case valuation, strategy work with colleagues and ongoing communication with clients and claims professionals. Training is provided for litigators moving into this practice area.
What you'll do
- Handle defense matters from initial setup through appeal.
- Evaluate cases early and throughout, so clients can choose between settlement and continued litigation.
- Work with partners and fellow associates on case strategy.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with claims adjusters and clients.
- Meet a monthly billable target of 220 hours, with bonus opportunities for work above that level.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Active California Bar license.
- J.D. from a reputable law school.
- At least 1 year of legal experience, either as a workers' compensation defense attorney or as a civil litigator wanting to move into workers' compensation.
- Working knowledge of workers' compensation or civil litigation procedure.
- Strong client-facing communication and a personable, approachable manner.
- Comfort with a minimum of 220 billable hours per month.
- Willingness to learn and follow the firm's approach, including a conservative approach to billing.
- A stable work history without a pattern of frequent job changes.
- Ability to work Pacific Time hours.
Bonus points
- Experienced workers' compensation defense attorney with a conservative billing philosophy.
- Experience handling matters independently from inception through resolution or appeal.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 125,000 to 300,000 per year
- Performance bonus
Location and work model
- Remote (US)
- Full-time
Skills Required
- Active California Bar license
- J.D. from a reputable law school
- At least 1 year of legal experience as a workers’ compensation defense attorney or civil litigator
- Working knowledge of workers’ compensation or civil litigation procedure
- Strong client-facing communication skills and a personable, approachable manner
- Ability to meet a minimum of 220 billable hours per month
- Willingness to learn and follow the firm’s approach, including conservative billing practices
- Stable work history without frequent job changes
- Ability to work Pacific Time hours
- Workers’ compensation defense experience and conservative billing philosophy
- Experience independently handling matters from inception through resolution or appeal
What We Do
Raydar is a talent acquisition and business consulting firm that connects world-class and emerging talent with growing organizations. It supports companies through team development, strategic hiring, and customized growth solutions, helping clients recruit roles such as engineers, product managers, executives, legal counsel, and quantitative traders. Raydar focuses on understanding each organization’s needs, culture, and long-term goals to build high-impact teams.
