Workers Comp Legal Specialist

Role Overview

• This position is responsible for representing the interests of the clients in the litigation of disputed Workers Compensation claims.
• Provides client services as part of a legal team.
• Independently provides aggressive case handling with a resolution focus.
• Remains current on related legal and regulatory governances and changes.
• Independently handles a full to moderate caseload with low to moderate level of severity and complexity from case inception through trial/resolution with limited support.
• Handles hearings, court events, and other appointments independently as jurisdictionally appropriate.
• Conducts legal research as necessary.
• Independently drafts pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other file documents.
• Interprets and analyzes medical reports or bills/invoices and provides disability ratings and/or other Official Medical Fee Schedules where jurisdictionally applicable.
• Provides recommendations and case analysis to business partners and clients on appropriate file handling strategy.
• Builds and maintains superior internal and external client relationships.
• Completes all required administrative tasks including time reporting, closed cases, and other reports appropriate to performance of job duties.
• Effectively utilizes and adapts to available technology, case management system and automation in the practice of law.
• Meets annual billable hour expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or law degree.
• 7+ years of workers compensation claim or legal experience.
• 5+ years hearing rep experience with strong litigation focus.
• Strong understanding of jurisdiction’s Workers Compensation law and litigation procedures.
• High proficiency in using legal research software (e.g Westlaw, Pacer) and Microsoft Office.
• Strong and persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong evaluation and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and also effectively with others in a team environment.
• Ability to analyze legal issues with minimal supervision.
• Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position.
• Ability to effectively understand, utilize, and adapt to technology, case management system, and automation resources.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the various jurisdictional rules for Workers Compensation law and litigation procedures.
• Demonstrates creative problem solving and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Health Insurance : Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
• Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs.
• Access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
• Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.