Workers' Compensation Attorney

*Workers’ Compensation Attorney* *An opportunity to join one of North Carolina’s foremost injury law firms.
* If you're ready for a career that's more than a job, where you contribute to a close-knit team and make a meaningful impact on the community, here’s your chance.
Our rapid growth has led us to seek a dedicated Workers’ Compensation Attorney to enhance our operations.
This position can be based in the Raleigh/Durham, NC area.
If you meet our requirements––and we meet yours––we’d love to hear from you.
*Qualifications* · Must be a member and in good standing with the NC State Bar or able to waive in.
· Preferred litigation experience.
· Preferred working knowledge of workers’ compensation.
· Experience interacting with clients.
· Strong time management skills · Effectively shows empathy to claimants who are dealing with difficult circumstances.
· Upbeat with a can-do attitude; must be able to work independently and have a desire to assume significant responsibility.
· A demonstrated commitment to improving the lives of others.
· Strong legal research and writing skills · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment focusing on teamwork · Self-Driven · Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
*Responsibilities* · Represent the interests of the clients at all stages of their claim.
This will involve all aspects of client communication, including in person meetings, telephone conferences, and through the stages of litigation.
· Review and analyze medical evidence, medical records, legal documents, statutes and case law.
· Engage in legal writing and research including motions and responses, briefs, and appeals.
· Litigate claims at all stages of the case, including administrative hearings, full evidentiary hearings, and appeals.
Will engage in trial advocacy including taking testimony of lay and expert witnesses, conducting discovery, mediating claims, and guiding clients through the litigation process.
· Mentor and work with all members of the workers’ compensation team.
*At Deuterman Law Group, your contribution will have an impact.
* As a Workers’ Compensation Attorney, you'll play a pivotal role in the lives of our clients.
From conducting client meetings, preparing cases for mediation and hearing, and effectively representing our clients at mediations and hearings, you'll be part of a team that champions justice and recovery.
As you collaborate with clients, attorneys, and fellow team members, you'll be a driving force in ensuring our clients' voices are heard and their lives are restored.
*Our work culture sets us apart.
* We value our employees and actively foster a positive and supportive environment.
Recognized for many years by the Triad Business Journal as Best Places to Work, our passion for excellence is proven by the loyalty of our staff.
We're committed to giving back to our community in diverse ways.
We enjoy gathering as friends and colleagues to celebrate birthdays, special occasions, holidays, fun departmental challenges, and family get togethers.
We’re a team where your contributions matter and your personal goals make a difference.
*We believe competitive compensation and benefits are important.
* Salaries are competitive, reflecting experience and education.
We offer a full suite of benefits that includes health care coverage for employees and their families.
This package features: · 401k plan with company 401k matching contribution.
· Three (3) medical insurance plan options.
· Medical & dependent care Flexible Savings Plan · Health Savings Account with Company matching contribution.
· Vision & dental insurance.
· Life insurance coverage with the option to purchase additional coverage.
· Short- and long-term disability plans.
· Four (4) weeks paid time off & twelve (12) paid holidays.
· Critical illness coverage, accident coverage & hospital indemnity coverage.
· Annual CLE requirements paid by company.
· Monetary Service Milestones.
· Training & Educational Opportunities.
· Advancement Opportunities.
*It’s Not Just Where You Work.
It’s What You’re Working Towards.
* Come grow with us! At Deuterman Law Group, we're looking for a highly capable individual ready to contribute to something bigger than themselves.
If you're inspired to create change, support your community, and be part of a tight-knit team, we invite you to take the next step.
Please send your updated resume and a cover letter that highlights your alignment with our mission.
Visit our career page at *deutermanlaw.
com/careers*.
Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift Work Location: In person