Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation at Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation, Legal Analysis, Depositions, Mediations, Drafting Motions, Hearing Representation, Case Strategy, Discovery Responses, Medical Record Review, Interpersonal Skills, Research Skills, Writing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Self-motivation

Industry

Legal Services

Description

Company Description For more than 65 years, Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP has built a strong tradition of representing business and industry with our comprehensive litigation services. With offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington, and Asheville, North Carolina; and Columbia, South Carolina, Hedrick Gardner is one of the largest litigation and dispute management firms in the Carolinas. We've earned our reputation as a top litigation defense firm through our accomplishments in the courtroom. Our attorneys aggressively defend our clients’ interest inside and outside the courtroom, and tailor the representation to meet each client's needs either through a trial or negotiating an early resolution. Client satisfaction is always a priority. Job Description Associates in our workers’ compensation practice defend claims against employers in nearly every industry and represent the interest of the client with the support of one or more partners. This position handles a caseload, manages deadlines, conducts depositions of parties, lay witnesses, medical providers and experts; represents clients in mediations, drafts briefs and motions, prepares for and conducts and argues in hearings before an administrative commission. Daily responsibilities include performing legal analysis on new and existing claims, investigating cases, reviewing and analyzing medical records, developing case strategy, responding to discovery, drafting of motions, taking depositions, attending hearings, attending mediations and negotiating settlements. Building relationships with a team of HGKG attorneys as well as a host of clients including insurance adjusters and risk managers is critical to success. Ongoing communication includes creating and submitting reports required by the client, motions and briefs required to support the position of the client and negotiation of settlements on behalf of the client. Qualifications 1+ years' experience in Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation required Currently licensed in state of North Carolina Strong writers with deposition and mediation experience preferred Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal skills, have strong research, writing and verbal communication skills and be able to work independently Prefer candidates that are organized and self-motivated Additional Information Work Environment: Indoor Office Setting Hybrid work after an initial training period Benefits: Student Loan Repayment Assistance Medical Dental Vision Life Short-term Disability Long-term Disability HRA FSA 401K Pet Insurance Paid Holidays 3 weeks of PTO Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may apply Only full-time employees eligible Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work. Hedrick Gardner is committed to the equal employment opportunity of all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.

Responsibilities

Associates in the workers’ compensation practice defend claims against employers and manage a caseload with the support of partners. Responsibilities include conducting depositions, representing clients in mediations, drafting briefs, and preparing for hearings.