Senior Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Senior Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Job Title: Senior Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
Location: Riverside, CA – Hybrid 92821
Client: Domingo Elias & Vu APLC
Website: Domingo Elias & Vu APLC
Salary: $150,000–$195,000 annually
Job Type: Full-time

About the Client

Domingo Elias & Vu APLC is a California workers' compensation defense firm focused on representing employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators. The firm provides attorneys with a collaborative environment, manageable caseloads, flexibility, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.

Job Summary

The firm is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to independently manage a California workers' compensation caseload from inception through resolution.

The attorney will handle litigation, advise clients on case strategy, negotiate settlements, and represent employers, carriers, and TPAs before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB).

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants autonomy, strong support, manageable caseloads, and a long-term career with a growing California defense practice.

Responsibilities

Independently manage workers' compensation defense cases from inception through resolution.

Take and defend depositions.

Appear at Mandatory Settlement Conferences (MSCs), lien conferences, hearings, and trials.

Develop litigation strategies and provide legal guidance to clients.

Advise employers, insurance carriers, and TPAs regarding workers' compensation claims.

Negotiate settlements and litigate cases when necessary.

Prepare legal documents, pleadings, motions, and written advocacy.

Maintain accurate case files, deadlines, and documentation.

Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status and strategy.

Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.

Provide practical, responsive, and business-focused legal solutions.

Qualifications

Required

3+ years of California workers' compensation defense experience.

Active California State Bar license and good standing.

Strong knowledge of California workers' compensation law and WCAB procedures.

Experience independently managing a workers' compensation caseload.

Experience with depositions, hearings, MSCs, lien conferences, and/or trials.

Strong negotiation, litigation, and legal writing skills.

Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Strong organizational and case-management abilities.

Preferred

Experience representing employers, insurance carriers, or TPAs.

Strong settlement negotiation experience.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a legal team.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a California-licensed workers' compensation defense attorney with 3+ years of hands-on defense experience who can independently manage cases and confidently handle litigation.

The strongest candidate will have experience taking and defending depositions, appearing before the WCAB, negotiating settlements, advising sophisticated clients, and taking cases through trial when necessary.

Simple Explanation of the Job

This attorney will defend companies and insurance carriers when employees file workers' compensation claims.

They will manage their own cases, communicate with clients, attend hearings and conferences, take depositions, negotiate settlements, and go to trial when needed. The attorney should be able to handle cases independently while having the support of the firm's legal team.

Screening Questions

Do you have at least 3 years of California workers' compensation defense experience?
☐ Yes ☐ No

Do you currently hold an active California State Bar license and remain in good standing?
☐ Yes ☐ No

Have you independently managed a workers' compensation defense caseload from inception through resolution?
☐ Yes ☐ No

Do you have hands-on experience with depositions, MSCs, lien conferences, WCAB hearings, and/or trials?
☐ Yes ☐ No

Have you represented employers, insurance carriers, or TPAs in California workers' compensation matters?
☐ Yes ☐ No