Workers Compensation Attorney - In Person - Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Job Description Job Description WALTER CLARK LEGAL GROUP is seeking a highly motivated, well-qualified Attorney to join our Workers’ Compensation team. WCLG is one of the top plaintiff personal injury and applicant worker's compensation legal firms in southern California. We have over 42 years of excellence and have helped thousands of injured persons. We are seeking to add an additional attorney to our vibrant and energetic worker’s compensation team. What We Are Looking For . Ideally, 3 years’ experience in Workers’ Compensation Trial Experience is a plus. Requirements Currently admitted to a State Bar (good standing) or pending Bar results Valid CA Driver’s License Responsibilities Perform Initial Case Evaluation & Develop Case Strategy Manage & handle a caseload of 150 – 250 workers’ compensation cases in a profitable manner. Analyzing records and reports. Ability to assign, delegate & oversee appropriate tasks, duties, and work product of paralegals, case managers, legal assistants, and/or other office staff assigned to assist the attorney with the handling of the caseload. Ability to conduct effective discovery to procure the evidence necessary for successful litigation Ability to understand and evaluate medical records & medical legal reports, synthesize them under American Medical Association Guides to Permanent Disability 5th Edition criteria, to determine appropriate case value and draft settlement demands Ability to negotiate settlements and make appropriate recommendations to the client regarding all legal issues involved with or affected by their workers’ compensation matter Ability to make effective appearances on behalf of the client at depositions, hearings, depositions of medical & vocational experts, trials, and appellate proceedings, and effectively litigate on the client’s behalf overall Strong legal writing and legal research skills with the ability to draft settlements, trial briefs, appellate briefs, petitions, letters & other legal documents. Managing a docket of Workers' Compensation cases to resolution Excellent written & verbal communication skills and ability to communicate with all parties effectively & professionally. Deadline and detail-oriented Ability to prioritize and multitask. Depositions: Preparing client for deposition Attending depositions Invoicing Depositions Mentorship: Assisting associates with settlement, legal and case management system (Smart Advocate) questions. Case Re-Evaluations: Advising on increased demand when live negotiations are required Responding to client inquiries that require attorney negations and moving matters towards resolution Responsive to incoming emails and phone calls Providing direction and guidance to non-attorneys as needed Trial participation as needed Attending hearings when an attorney’s presence is needed Asist team members with challenging client interactions Team Player: Bringing positivity to the workplace and leading non-attorneys by example Participation in team events during work and after work hours Providing feedback to management to ensure WCLG performs the best it can for our clients Other duties as assigned by the managing partner and/or operations manager Job Type : Full-time Benefits: · Health Insurance · Dental Insurance · Vision Insurance · Retirement plan – 401K · Paid time off - Unlimited Vacation Company Description Since founding the firm in 1996, the principal, board-certified in civil trials by the NBTA, and, a member of ABOTA, has developed the firm's sterling reputation, by applying the rule of CER: Client first, Education for all, and, Rewards shared. Company Description Since founding the firm in 1996, the principal, board-certified in civil trials by the NBTA, and, a member of ABOTA, has developed the firm's sterling reputation, by applying the rule of CER: Client first, Education for all, and, Rewards shared.

Location: El Centro, CA, US

Posted Date: 5/9/2025