Workers' Compensation Attorney - Former Professional Athletes

Benefits: Simple IRA (employer contribution) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Paid time off We are an applicant-side workers’ compensation firm with a primary focus on cumulative trauma claims brought by former professional athletes. Our clients competed at the highest level of professional sport - NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, and NHL - sustaining orthopedic and neurological injuries whose effects endure long after the final game. These are not routine cases. Our matters involve complex medical-legal disputes, hard-fought defenses, and nuanced statutory and case law analysis – and we have built a reputation at delivering results when the stakes are highest. We are seeking a motivated attorney to join our team who thrives under that pressure and wants to do meaningful work for clients who need a real advocate. Responsibilities Manage all phases of litigation from inception through resolution, including hearings, depositions, trials, and settlement Navigate the unique litigation complexities of former professional athletes' claims arising from lengthy careers across multiple teams and states Represent clients at Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) proceedings, including conferences, hearings, and trials Defend client depositions and take the depositions of medical-legal evaluators and witnesses Develop and execute strategic case plans tailored to each client's circumstances Negotiate settlements aligned with each client's best interests Maintain consistent communication with clients, opposing counsel, and legal staff Handle day-to-day case administration, including correspondence, deadlines, and pre-trial conference statements Stay current on California workers’ compensation law and WCAB procedures Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school Active member in good standing with the State Bar of California (required) Minimum three years of workers’ compensation litigation experience; five years preferred Strong working knowledge of WCAB rules, procedures, and applicable California labor codes Deposition and hearing experience required Ability to manage a full caseload efficiently and independently Preferred Experience litigating professional athlete workers' compensation claims, including depositions, hearings, trials, and appellate proceedings Familiarity with a broad applicant caseload, including law enforcement claims and SIBTF filings Civil litigation background, including brief writing and court appearances Trial experience as applicant counsel with a records of published decisions Law review participation or published legal writing Strong interpersonal, communication, and persuasive advocacy skills A genuine appreciation for athletes and the demands of a professional sport Preferred Competitive salary, commensurate with experience Performance bonuses Paid time off Access to group medical and dental plans Collaborative, experienced legal team with a focused and expanding practice Meaningful work on complex, high-stakes cases for clients who need a strong advocate This is a remote position.