Senior Staff Attorney, Workers' Compensation
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Senior Staff Attorney at The Hartford managing Texas workers’ compensation defense caseload. Collaborating with claims professionals and ensuring timely legal resolutions within the in-house practice context.
Responsibilities:
- Own a Texas WC defense caseload end to end
- Partner closely with claims professionals to set strategy, evaluate exposure, and drive thoughtful, timely resolutions
- Prepare and present witnesses and evidence before Administrative Law Judges
- Identify opportunities for and submit requests for SIF reimbursements in cases where Hartford has over-paid benefits
- Provide timely, clear legal advice to claims partners and insureds
- Build and maintain professional relationships with opposing counsel, judges/boards, and external partners
- Contribute to a learning culture by participating in team huddles, case roundtables, file reviews, and occasional training for attorneys and claims partners
- Stay current on changes in Texas workers’ compensation law, procedures, and legal technology; maintain continuing legal education as required
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- 5+ years of legal practice experience with significant, independent handling of complex Texas workers’ compensation cases
- Active license to practice law in Texas
- Member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association
- Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment
- Texas DWC hearing experience
- Experience drafting DWC forms, preparing medical analysis letters for Designated Doctor Exams, and preparing and presenting evidence and witnesses in BRCs and CCHs.
Benefits:
- Ongoing training
- Mentorship
- Development pathways
- Work from home
- Required in-person collaboration (approximately 2 times per year)
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