Job Title:
Remote CA Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
Company: Orionplacement
Location: Mission Viejo, CA
Created: 2026-05-03
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Pay: $120,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a well-established California workers' compensation defense practice with a strong reputation and experienced leadership. Enjoy a remote work environment while handling meaningful defense matters for insurance carriers, self-insured employers, public entities, and municipalities. Work with a reasonable billable hours expectation, manageable caseload, and strong support staff. Step into a paperless, modern practice with the resources to help you stay organized and efficient. Earn competitive compensation with bonus opportunity, benefits, PTO, and long-term growth potential. Location: This is a remote position for candidates who reside in California. The role may involve appearances before Southern California WCAB venues, so California residency is required. Note: Must be an active member of the California State Bar in good standing with 2+ years of defense experience. About Us We are a California workers' compensation defense firm representing insurance carriers, self-insured employers, public entities, and municipalities before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. Our team brings decades of experience, a collaborative approach, and a practical, client-focused style to every matter we handle. Confidential Employer. Job Description Manage an active caseload of California workers' compensation defense matters from inception through resolution. Represent clients before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. Draft pleadings, reports, correspondence, settlement documents, and case evaluations. Conduct discovery, analyze medical records, prepare case strategy, and handle litigation deadlines. Communicate directly with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and court personnel. Appear at hearings, conferences, depositions, and other case-related proceedings as needed. Work closely with experienced attorneys and support staff in a paperless, remote environment. Help deliver practical, efficient, and high-quality defense representation to a diverse client base. Qualifications Active California State Bar license in good standing. 1+ years of defense attorney experience. California workers' compensation defense experience strongly preferred. Ability to manage an active caseload independently. Strong writing, communication, organization, and case management skills. Comfortable working remotely in a paperless practice environment. Self-insured employer, public entity, or insurance carrier defense experience is a plus. Why You Will Love Working Here Remote flexibility while still being part of a highly experienced California defense team. Reasonable billable hours and caseload expectations. Competitive salary with bonus opportunity. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Strong support staff and a collaborative team environment. Opportunity to build your career with a respected workers' compensation defense practice. JPC-983 Benefits: Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr