Workers Comp Defense Associate Attorney in Newport News

Job Description

Job Posting: Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Location: Hybrid/Remote/Fully in Office (Depending on Location)

Salary: $90,000 - $135,000

Benefits: Full Benefits, 401k, Dues Paid, 15 Days of PTO 

Bonus: Competitive Bonus Based on Hours (Minimum $20K if target is met)

Responsibilities:

• Defend clients in workers' compensation cases, handling all aspects of litigation from pre-trial through trial.
• Work with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to build strong defense strategies.
• Participate in trials and hearings, and enjoy the challenge of trial work.
• Advise clients on legal rights, case progress, and potential outcomes.
• Draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, and pleadings.

Qualifications:

• Trial Experience is a must – You should enjoy trial work and have experience handling cases in a courtroom setting.
• 2+ years of experience in workers' compensation defense or related areas of law.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with an open-door policy.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure – Earn between $90K to $135K, with the potential for an additional $20K+ in performance-based bonuses.
• Flexibility – Choose between hybrid, remote, or fully in-office options depending on your location.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Full benefits, 401k, and generous paid time off (15 days of PTO).
• Career Growth – Enjoy a work environment that values collaboration and professional development.

Our dynamic and fast-growing defense firm specializes in insurance defense, liability defense, civil litigation, commercial litigation, and workers' compensation. We are looking for a dedicated Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join our collaborative, open-door work environment. If you're a trial-ready attorney passionate about workers' compensation defense, we'd love to meet you. Apply today to join our team!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.