Workers Compensation Attorney

McCandlish Holting is seeking a litigation associate to join our growing workers’ compensation defense practice in Richmond, Virginia. We aggressively defend a wide variety of employers and insurance companies throughout the state. Our attorneys handle all aspects of litigation and appeals before the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission, the Court of Appeals of Virginia, and the Supreme Court of Virginia.

Our mid-size firm offers the collegial environment of a small business with the supportive resources of a larger one. The attorneys in our workers’ compensation practice group are recognized leaders in the defense of claims throughout Virginia. We enjoy long-term client relationships and offer our clients a customized legal service experience.

Successful candidates will be motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of confident and articulate oral and written expression. Immediate courtroom experience available.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

· Conducting depositions.

· Gathering evidence to be used at hearing.

· Managing multiple cases from file opening to hearing.

· Consulting with clients.

· Representing clients at hearing.

· Drafting briefs and motions.

· Drafting discovery responses.

· Interviewing key witnesses.

· Analyzing evidence to recommend legal strategies.

· Reviewing medical records and consulting with physicians.

· Evaluating cases for settlement value.

· Sitting, reading, typing, writing and talking

We offer bonus opportunities and a very generous benefits package including 401k employer match, paid holidays, and vacation.

McCandlish Holton, PC is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+, and members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position is an in-office position, are you comfortable with that?

Experience:

• Insurance defense or Workers' Compensation: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• VA Bar License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, VA 23219 (Required)

Work Location: In person