Associate Attorney- Workers' Compensation Defense

Mullen, Plummer & Castiglioni, APC - San Diego, CA, USA

Located in Mission Valley, we are a well-established, local law firm with a reputation as experts in the field of workers’ compensation and insurance defense. We maintain a commitment to excellence and promote an environment in which all our attorneys can develop their professional skills as rapidly as their talents and desires will permit. We provide high-quality, efficient legal services to our clients, which include insurance companies, self-insured businesses, school districts, as well as a variety of public agencies and local governments.

A successful addition to our team will need the following qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in Workers’ Compensation Litigation, including depositions, court appearances, trial, drafting legal motions/trial briefs.

  • Good standing in the California State Bar.

  • Experience in legal research (LexisNexis a plus).

  • Computer skills required to efficiently utilize case management system.

  • Ability to prioritize and organize their own case load, with supervision from managing partner and/or senior attorneys.

  • Ability to drive to and from court appearances, client meetings, etc. in Southern California, as needed.

  • Ability to provide prompt and thorough communication with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.

  • Work well independently, but also willing and able to collaborate with clients and fellow attorneys to achieve the best results in each case.

  • Strong sense of personal responsibility and commitment to providing excellent legal services.

The firm offers a friendly, collaborative team environment that believes in maintaining a good work-life balance. This position has the option for remote work 2-3 days per week, so long as applicants are available and responsive during typical business hours. Reasonable billing requirements. Salary will be commensurate with experience, with a salary range of $100k – $195k plus performance-based bonuses. Future partnership opportunities for the right candidate.

Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, and 401K.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to christine@mpclawsd.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • San Diego, CA 92108: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Workers' compensation: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • California Bar License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92108