Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation

About the role

Chartwell Law is seeking an associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution. The role involves providing strategic legal counsel and representation in court, arbitrations, and depositions in a fast-paced environment. It requires a commitment to meeting a 1,950-hour annual billable requirement.

Responsibilities

• Review files and analyze claims and causes of action.
• Conduct extensive legal research and draft substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Represent clients in court, arbitrations, and depositions.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Retain and collaborate with expert witnesses.
• Prepare for and attend trials.
• Collaborate with partners, clients, and stakeholders to deliver strategic and practical legal advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with ownership and independence.

Requirements

• Exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills.
• Ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment.
• Independence, strong communication, and a commitment to meeting the 1,950-hour annual billable requirement.
• Key competencies include communicating, conflict management, professionalism, and planning and priority setting.

Key facts

• Full-time position.
• The role requires a 1,950-hour annual billable commitment.
• Responsibilities include managing a diverse caseload through resolution.