| Position | Associate Staff Attorney, Workers Compensation |
| Posted | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Expired | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Company | The Hartford |
| Location | Brea | US |
| Job Type | Full Time |
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Were determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.
The Staff Attorney is charged with the following responsibilities: Responsible for handling litigation. Analyze legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients. Prepare pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies with supervision. Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims on legal and factual issues. Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures. Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases Independently prepares and presents witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings, arbitrations and alternative dispute resolutions. Attend CLE seminar.
Are you a passionate legal professional looking to make a meaningful impact while growing your career in supportive, inclusive environment? Join our dynamic in-house legal team as an Associate-Workers' Compensation, where your expertise will help shape outcomes for our clients and insureds across California.
Why you'll Love This Role:
Hands-On Litigation Experience: Manage your own caseload and gain practical experience
through depositions and hearing before the Workers' Compensation Boards in Van Nuys, Marina
Del Rey, Los Angeles and Oxnard.
Growth-Oriented Culture: We're committed to your development. As a CLE provider, we offer
ongoing learning opportunities to help you stay sharp and advance your legal career. We also
offer mentoring and regular monthly coaching as you develop as a lawyer.
Utilization of progressive AI Tools: Leverage progressive AI tools to streamline legal research
and enhance your day-to-day efficiency.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced Attorneys and Claims professionals in a
matrixed business setting that encourages knowledge-sharing and teamwork.
Client-Centered Impact: Play a key role in delivering strategic legal solutions that protect
insureds and support our mission of exceptional customer service.
Flexible Work Model: Enjoy the benefits of remote work with occasional in-person collaboration
(approximately 2-4x annual).
Inclusive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Life and Vision. 401K with co. match. Generous
Paid time off allowance and Paid Holidays. Fitness Reimbursement. Work-related travel and
parking is reimbursed.
Volunteer Time off + Donation Matching
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute strategic legal defenses for Workers' Compensation cases.
Manage a case load of between 90-100 cases in chief (including master and companion files)
Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of complex issues.
Draft and argue petitions.
Represent clients in hearing, trials, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.
Collaborate with Claims Partners to drive favorable outcomes.
Participate in team huddles and claims file reviews to enhance legal strategy and client service
Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in the
state of California, in good standing.
Legal internship or Law Clerk experience preferred.
Familiarity with Workers' Compensation a plus!
Excellent legal research and writing skills.
Strong MS office proficiency ( Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
Effective communicator with strong negotiations skills.
Positive minded and collaborate team-player attitude.
Intentional planning skills and execution of responsibilities.
What else can you tell me about this role?
This position is a remote work opportunity. The WCAB is virtual and requires in-person appearances for expedited hearing and trial only. The selected candidate will travel within the following geography: Los Angeles, Long Beach, Marina Del Rey, Van Nuys and Oxnard, California. We offer flexible work arrangements and enjoy a business causal work environment.
Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartfords total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$84,800 - $127,200Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age
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