About the role
HYBRID/REMOTE - Confidential Opportunity | Workers' Compesation Associate Attorney 3+ years Experience - Mississippi Licensed a MUST
A nationally recognized, multi-office civil defense firm is seeking a Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney to join its Mississippi team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking sophisticated casework, experienced mentorship, modern legal resources, and long-term advancement within a growing regional platform.
Responsibilities
- Manage workers' compensation matters from initial assignment through resolution
- Represent employers, insurance carriers, and self-insured clients
- Investigate claims and evaluate potential exposure
- Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal opinions, and settlement documents
- Attend hearings, mediations, conferences, and other proceedings
- Develop case strategies and provide practical recommendations to clients
- Maintain consistent communication with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionals
- Manage deadlines and caseload responsibilities efficiently
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in Mississippi and in good standing
- Workers' compensation defense experience preferred
- Insurance defense or civil litigation experience will also be considered
- Strong legal research, writing, communication, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage cases independently while collaborating with attorneys and support professionals
- Commitment to responsive client service and high-quality legal work
WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?
- Nationally recognized regional defense platform
- Established workers' compensation and insurance-defense practice
- Collaborative environment with experienced attorneys and professional support
- Ongoing training, professional development, and advancement opportunities
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs
- 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions
- Modern legal technology and resources designed to support efficiency and work-life balance
Apply Confidentially
Send your resume to at katrina.thom@gogpac.com or 608-673-3357 All inquiries will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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