Workers Compensation Attorneys

Workers Compensation Attorneys

Workers Compensation Attorneys

Category

Attorney

Location

Newark, New Jersey

Employment Type

Permanent

Salary

$110000 - $130000



Job Description:


Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Manage a full caseload of workers’ compensation matters independently, including pleadings, discovery, remote and in-person court appearances, motion practice, trials, briefs, and appeals.
  • Travel to compensation courts.


Job Requirements:

Knowledge, Competencies/Abilities and Skills:

  • Must have a Juris Doctorate or equivalent.
  • Must be licensed and in good standing in New Jersey.
  • Possess a strong academic record of 3.0 and above (preferred).
  • Must have 3 years’ experience in NJ Workers’ Compensation cases, representing either Petitioners or Respondent.
  • Exhibit strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • An elevated level of organization is required.
  • Ability to maintain client confidentiality and protect PII.
  • Show flexibility, adaptability and empathy towards clients and colleagues.
  • Must have strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as Case Management systems such as Smart Advocate and Document Management systems.
  • Possess tenacity, drive, and compassion.
  • Ability to travel as needed between our offices and Workers’ Compensation courts.