Insurance Defense Attorney - Workers Compensation The candidate will use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategies for the discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters. Will be responsible for appearances before the Workers Compensation Board, conducting depositions, drafting, and filing summations, appeals and rebuttals. Research the law applicable to cases or matters; draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs, and opinions as required. If requested, conduct settlement negotiations. Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required. Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters. Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required. Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys. Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost. Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group handling workers' compensation cases. Interface with Home Office Legal department.
The candidate should have Membership in the New York State Bar. Appropriate special licenses to practice before boards or federal courts are preferred. Must have 5+ years of experience as an attorney; Workers Compensation experience is strongly preferred. Familiarity with the latest developments in the practice of law, as well as pertinent knowledge in related fields is required. Familiarity with insurance law is a plus. Proficiency with technologies that reduce costs and facilitate the practice of law and remote work is needed. Must have a JD degree.
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