Associate Staff Attorney, Workers Compensation
Company: The Hartford
Location: Fullerton
Posted on: January 28, 2026
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Job Description:
Assoc Staff Attorney - LM08AE We’re determined to make a
difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well
beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every
opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish
theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. ? The Staff
Attorney is charged with the following responsibilities:
Responsible for handling litigation. Analyze legal and factual
issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research,
independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of
clients. Prepare pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions
and briefs in support of defense strategies with supervision.
Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal
advice and other services to clients and claims on legal and
factual issues. Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing
counsel and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established
office procedures. Responsible for the prompt, efficient and
effective disposition of assigned cases Independently prepares and
presents witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and
administrative hearings, arbitrations and alternative dispute
resolutions. Attend CLE seminar. Are you a passionate legal
professional looking to make a meaningful impact while growing your
career in supportive, inclusive environment? Join our dynamic
in-house legal team as an Associate-Workers' Compensation, where
your expertise will help shape outcomes for our clients and
insureds across California. Why you'll Love This Role: • Hands-On
Litigation Experience: Manage your own caseload and gain practical
experience through depositions and hearing before the Workers'
Compensation Boards in Van Nuys, Marina Del Rey, Los Angeles and
Oxnard. • Growth-Oriented Culture: We're committed to your
development. As a CLE provider, we offer ongoing learning
opportunities to help you stay sharp and advance your legal career.
We also offer mentoring and regular monthly coaching as you develop
as a lawyer. • Utilization of progressive AI Tools: Leverage
progressive AI tools to streamline legal research and enhance your
day-to-day efficiency. • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside
experienced Attorneys and Claims professionals in a matrixed
business setting that encourages knowledge-sharing and teamwork. •
Client-Centered Impact: Play a key role in delivering strategic
legal solutions that protect insureds and support our mission of
exceptional customer service. • Flexible Work Model: Enjoy the
benefits of remote work with occasional in-person collaboration
(approximately 2-4x annual). • Inclusive Benefits Package: Medical,
Dental, Life and Vision. 401K with co. match. Generous Paid time
off allowance and Paid Holidays. Fitness Reimbursement.
Work-related travel and parking is reimbursed. • Volunteer Time off
Donation Matching Key Responsibilities: • Develop and execute
strategic legal defenses for Workers' Compensation cases. • Manage
a case load of between 90-100 cases in chief (including master and
companion files) • Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of
complex issues. • Draft and argue petitions. • Represent clients in
hearing, trials, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.
• Collaborate with Claims Partners to drive favorable outcomes. •
Participate in team huddles and claims file reviews to enhance
legal strategy and client service Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate
(JD) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in the
state of California, in good standing. • Legal internship or Law
Clerk experience preferred. • Familiarity with Workers'
Compensation a plus! • Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong MS office proficiency ( Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint &
Outlook). • Effective communicator with strong negotiations skills.
• Positive minded and collaborate team-player attitude. •
Intentional planning skills and execution of responsibilities. What
else can you tell me about this role? This position is a remote
work opportunity. The WCAB is virtual and requires in-person
appearances for expedited hearing and trial only. The selected
candidate will travel within the following geography: Los Angeles,
Long Beach, Marina Del Rey, Van Nuys and Oxnard, California. We
offer flexible work arrangements and enjoy a business causal work
environment. Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is
primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external
market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the
listed range based on factors including but not limited to
performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required
for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s
total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include
short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot
recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$84,800 - $127,200 Equal Opportunity
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