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Hennessy & RoachPosted 1 month ago

Workers' Compensation Attorney

HybridOverland Park, Kansas, United States

Full TimeMid LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeSmallLaw Practice

Job Summary

Gather and review medical evidence and records, taking depositions of claimants, physicians, and experts. Perform legal research and draft pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, and opinions. Litigate cases before workers' compensation judges and referees, representing employer or insurer interests at hearings, trials, mediations, and arbitrations. Communicate with claims representatives, monitor loss run reports for trends, and assist in accident investigations. Manage workers' compensation costs to reduce liability and negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company. Compile and submit reports required by management and coordinate claims reviews. Requires J.D. and licensure in Missouri and Kansas; experience in defense work is a plus. Located in Overland Park, KS.

Required Qualifications

  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in both Missouri and Kansas
  • J.D.
  • Licensed in Kansas or Missouri
  • Microsoft Word experience
  • Firm and client confidentiality

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in workers' compensation defense work or general litigation
  • Time Matters legal software experience
  • In depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations
  • Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology

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