Overview

Job Description Job Description Workers' Compensation Litigation AttorneyOhio (Hybrid) Cleveland/Euclid, Columbus, or FairbornThe OpportunityAn established Ohio injury law firm with multiple offices statewide is adding a Litigation Attorney to its Workers' Compensation department. This is an associate-level seat reporting to a Pod Partner, with responsibility for managing the flow of workers' compensation cases through the litigation process from beginning to end. The attorney works closely with the firm's Workers' Compensation administrative team, its settlement group, and office management.Location and ScheduleThe role is hybrid and the firm is open to any of its office locations. Most of the litigation attorneys sit in the Euclid/Cleveland area, with one attorney in Fairborn and one in Columbus. Candidates are welcome from any of those markets as long as they are within reach of a firm office. Standard hours are 8:00 to 5:00. Occasional travel is expected for coverage at other office locations and for court appearances.CompensationCompensation is open and will be set based on experience. The firm is deliberately flexible here and evaluates candidate by candidate rather than working from a fixed band. This seat is paid above the firm's associate attorneys with little or no experience, and the firm has been clear that for an outstanding candidate it will do its best to meet salary expectations. Expect to be asked for your expectations early in the process so the conversation can be handled openly. A bonus incentive structure is also in place, laid out in full if the firm moves to an offer and discussed by the Partners during the interview process.BenefitsUnlimited paid time off for attorneys. Firm-covered short-term disability. Full medical coverage for the attorney, with family members covered at the employee's expense. 401(k) eligibility on the same terms as the rest of the firm.What You Will DoDraft and review all pleadingsAttend court appearancesAttend and take depositionsSettle casesReview all discovery requests and responsesSchedule depositions and court datesResearch issues as necessaryPrepare responses to motionsExperience and CredentialsUndergraduate degree and Juris Doctor requiredAdmission to the Ohio Bar required3 to 5 years of trial experience, preferably more. Litigation and trial experience is the primary requirement for this searchWorkers' compensation experience is preferred and is a meaningful bonus, but it is not the gating factor. Attorneys with strong litigation backgrounds and lighter or adjacent workers' compensation exposure are encouraged to applyCompetence in file management software and Microsoft OfficeSkills and CompetenciesEffective and efficient communication, written and oral, including presentationAbility to demonstrate empathy for client challenges and strugglesManagement of clients and client expectationsAbility to review medical documentation for content and appropriateness under a claimStrong client experience skillsEffective negotiation skillsAbility to work successfully in a team environmentSuperior analytical and organizational abilitiesEffective problem solvingDetail oriented, with the ability to listen to clients and have them listen to youProfessional demeanor and appearance, calm demeanor, strong work ethic, desire for growthStrong personal focus on meeting or exceeding individual, department, and firm goalsHow Performance Is MeasuredTime from case settled to check received does not exceed 90 daysA set number of settlements per month70 percent of cases carry no fee reductionsFewer than 5 client terminations per yearFewer than 10 cases with no notes for more than 90 daysDevelopment and CommunityThe firm supports growth in legal research, legal writing, oral advocacy, and negotiation. It also encourages board participation, attendance at networking and fundraising events, and community service, particularly through the firm or on its behalf.