Garces, Grabler, & LeBrocq, P.C., an award-winning and established plaintiff law firm with twelve offices, seeks an experienced NJ Licensed Workers’ Compensation attorney. Our Workers’ Compensation attorney will focus on the injured worker's rights in matters pending before the New Jersey Division of Workers’ Compensation. We seek a candidate who will serve as an advocate and an ambassador to the applicants and claimants and will work positively and diligently for the client with the paralegals and legal assistants on the team. We are seeking a candidate looking for the next step in their career and willing to stand for the best interest of the clients and Firm. The ideal candidate is a compassionate and motivated self-starter.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Manage a full caseload of workers’ compensation matters independently, including pleadings, discovery, remote and in-person court appearances, motion practice, trials, briefs, and appeals.
Travel to compensation courts.

Knowledge, Competencies/Abilities and Skills:

Must have a Juris Doctorate or equivalent.
Must be licensed and in good standing in New Jersey.
Possess a strong academic record of 3.0 and above (preferred).
Must have 3 years’ experience in NJ Workers’ Compensation cases, representing either Petitioners or Respondent.
Exhibit strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
An elevated level of organization is required.
Ability to maintain client confidentiality and protect PII.
Show flexibility, adaptability and empathy towards clients and colleagues.
Must have strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as Case Management systems such as Smart Advocate and Document Management systems.
Possess tenacity, drive, and compassion.
Ability to travel as needed between our offices and Workers’ Compensation courts.

Physical Requirements:

Candidates must be able to lift up to 20-25 lbs.
Sit for prolonged periods of time – 7-8 hours.
The position uses standard office equipment, but is not limited to computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
Manual dexterity.

Compensation & Benefits: 401K, Medical, Vision, Dental coverage, FSA, life, long-term disability insurance, 401K plan match, paid time off policy, Paid Firm closed holidays and Wellness incentives, Discretionary bonus, birthday lunches, holiday parties, and picnics. We have season tickets to the New Jersey Devils if you love hockey!

We take care of our clients; they take care of us! If you want to make a difference, we want you!

Garces. Grabler, & LeBrocq, P.C. - Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, seek qualified applicants, and make personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

For more information about the position or to apply, please visit gglawyers.com/Career page and complete an online application. Or submit for your resume, cover letter, and salary expectation to employment@garcesgrabler.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

NJ Bar (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Edison, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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