REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate Degree are required, with current membership to the State Bar of California. Excellent written and interpersonal communication are a must. Experience in workers’ compensation defense is preferred, however, we are willing to train an exceptional candidate. Experience with Microsoft Office programs is required with a willingness and ability to learn specialized case management programs. Must adhere to client requirements and reporting.
OUR FIRM
Parker & Irwin, a professional corporation, was established in 1964. For over 60 years, our firm has been a leader in the workers’ compensation defense and is widely known for our integrity and efficient resolution of workers’ compensation claims. We are committed to providing the highest degree of legal representation to institutional, self-insured, and third-party administrators. We have attorneys located across Southern California. Our Central Processing Center enables the majority of our staff to work remotely. We appear at all California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Boards with most events occurring virtually. Our attorneys have extensive knowledge in workers’ compensation defense, with decades of combined and individual experience.
Our firm does not impose impossible goals but does have high standards for work ethic, work product, and work performance. Our firm believes in family and work-life balance, encouraging the well-being and success of both.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY POSITION
We are seeking an Associate Attorney whose character can be described as ethical, professional, and disciplined. Position tasks include but are not limited to record review, preparing cases for trial, conducting discovery, developing litigation strategies, gathering medical evidence and medical records, handling court appearances, conducting depositions, and composing motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents. Thorough communication with involved parties is a key element of this position. Travel in all areas of Southern California may be frequent, while occasional travel to Central and Northern California may be required (but rare).
QUALITIES
We are looking for a team player who takes the initiative, who is a self-starter, yet asks for direction when needed and appropriate. Our ideal candidate would possess critical and conceptual thinking abilities, is able to overcome stress while maintaining priorities and meeting deadlines and goals, is a problem solver and can overcome obstacles and challenges. Our ideal candidate would also work well with people from all levels, backgrounds, and from all areas of business.
BENEFITS
Compensation is dependent on experience.
Our firm offers a generous benefits package with the possibility of bonuses. Our benefits include full employee coverage for medical, dental, life, and disability insurance. We also contribute a portion to dependent care.
We also offer:
Paid time off (14 days starting)
11 paid holidays
401K plan with Employer Matching (after 1-year)
Performance bonus (year-end)
Continuing Legal Education Allowance
Remote working functionalities (laptop provided)
Cellphone (service) reimbursement
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To be considered for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to the email linked to this posting.
Salary USD $110,000 - $150,000 Per Year (plus bonuses)
Job Type Employee
Job Status Full Time