Make a positive impact for injured workers by joining our San Diego Legal team!
State Compensation Insurance Fund’s San Diego Legal unit is looking for an Attorney to join our talented and skilled legal team. At State Fund, we represent the insured employers of California, handling challenging workers' compensation-related issues. As an Attorney with us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact by handling, defending, litigating, and resolving workers’ compensation cases.
The San Diego Legal unit boasts some of the most dedicated workers’ compensation attorneys in Legal with decades of legal experience in both public and private practice. We defend cases aggressively, using a collaborative, thoughtful and targeted approach that is always designed to serve our clients’ best interests. Whether you want to use your experience to teach and train, or embrace opportunities to learn and grow, the San Diego legal team is a great opportunity for you.
Location
The San Diego Legal unit appears at the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board district office in San Diego. The successful candidates will be handling/litigating workers’ compensation cases and will make in-person and virtual appearances in San Diego. Occasional travel may be required.
Your Role:
As a vital member of our team, you'll enjoy a diverse and fulfilling role. Your responsibilities will include:
Collaborating closely with internal and external clients
Drafting compelling pleadings, correspondences, and communications
Conducting thorough discovery
Skillfully negotiating and drafting settlements
Making confident court appearances, including trials
Who We’re Looking For
We invite attorneys licensed in California to apply. While prior experience can be an advantage, it's not a requirement. Newly admitted attorneys are highly encouraged to join our team. We value diversity and inclusion, and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
State Fund employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Our benefit package includes:
Health Benefits Program (CalPERS)
Retirement (CalPERS)
Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions
Dental, Vision
401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Group Legal Services Insurance
Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave
Flex Elect Reimbursement Program
Wellness and Recognition
Alternate Work Schedules
Transit Pass Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Dependent Scholarship Program
Leadership Training
Mentoring Program
https://benefits.calhr.ca.gov/state-employees
Minimum Requirements: You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Exceptional analytical, written, and oral communication skills
Exceptional research abilities
Outstanding customer service and client relations skills
Concise and persuasive writing abilities
Ability to comprehend complex medical reports
Excellent organizational skills, coupled with the ability to meet deadlines while managing an active caseload
Effective collaboration with peers, supervisors, internal and external clients, and other State Fund employees
The flexibility to work independently and as a cohesive team member
At State Fund, we foster a supportive and inclusive work environment where your career can thrive. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the legal field and help shape the future of workers' compensation law in California.
