Retail Options, Executive Search

Associate Attorney - Entry Level (Workers’ Compensation)

About the position

Note: This position requires employees to be on site at the Irvine, CA office.

Note: Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 base, with total earnings of $100,000 - $150,000 including bonuses.

Note: Candidates without workers' comp experience may be asked for academic transcripts will be requested

About Our Client
Our client is a respected law firm dedicated to representing injured workers in workers' compensation cases. They pride themselves on providing compassionate, client-first advocacy and achieving excellent results.

Job Description
Our client is seeking a bright and driven Associate Attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent law school graduate or an attorney with up to 2 years of experience. Workers’ compensation experience is not required, but candidates must have a genuine interest in this area of law. The ideal candidate will be confident, a self-starter, and eager to learn and grow within the practice. Key responsibilities include:

  • Representing injured workers in workers’ compensation claims
  • Managing a caseload with a focus on settlements and litigation
  • Drafting motions, petitions, and discovery
  • Attending hearings and depositions before the WCAB
  • Collaborating with medical and vocational experts
  • Communicating effectively with clients and keeping them informed

Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice in California
  • 0–2 years of legal experience preferred
  • Strong academic record (transcripts required if no workers' comp experience)
  • Interest in pursuing a career in workers' compensation law
  • Workers' comp legal assistant experience is a plus
  • Confident, self-directed, and eager to learn
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • $90,000 - $120,000 base salary, with $100,000 - $150,000 total earnings potential
  • Bonus structure based on settlements
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 3 weeks PTO
  • Supportive firm culture and continued learning opportunities

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
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Place of work

Retail Options, Executive Search
Irvine
United States of America

About the company

Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation

We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.

In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Geographic Expertise: We succeed where others struggle—finding top talent in challenging regions and remote markets.

  • Discreet & Strategic: From confidential searches to special projects, we handle sensitive assignments with professionalism and precision.

  • End-to-End Partnership: Our team acts as an extension of your company, fully immersing ourselves in your business culture and hiring needs.

Our Core Values

We Build Long-Term Relationships

We go beyond transactions to foster genuine, lasting partnerships.

We Are an Extension of Your Team

We invest the time to understand your goals, culture, and hiring challenges.

We Move Fast—And Smart

We deliver top-tier candidates swiftly and efficiently—the first time.

We Focus on Quality, Not Quantity

You receive carefully vetted talent, not stacks of résumés.

We Handle Every Detail

Reference checks? Already done. Every candidate we present is fully vetted and ready for the next step.

Relevant places near

  • Santa Ana
  • Huntington Beach
  • Garden Grove
  • Orange
  • Costa Mesa
  • Mission Viejo
  • Westminster
  • Newport Beach
  • Lake Forest
  • Tustin



Job ID: 9555395 / Ref: 1336827dbb51b37d7bbe5c435c69b02f

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