Workers' Compensation Attorney

Workers’ Compensation Attorney

Location: Asheville | Burlington | Durham | Charlotte | Fayetteville | Greensboro | Greenville | Raleigh | Wilmington, NC | Myrtle Beach, SC

Salary: $90,000 – $150,000 (negotiable DOE)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview:

Our client, a North Carolina-based law firm is actively seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2–3 years of hands-on experience handling North Carolina workers' compensation cases and a strong understanding of the NC Industrial Commission procedures. This role offers the flexibility to be based out of any of our office locations listed above.

• Manage a caseload of workers’ compensation claims from intake through resolution.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, depositions, and before the NC Industrial Commission.
• Conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and provide legal advice to clients.
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to ensure timely and effective case progression.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, and medical providers.
• Stay updated on changes in workers' compensation law and apply them to cases effectively.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in North Carolina
• Minimum of 2–3 years of recent and relevant experience handling NC workers' compensation cases.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload with efficiency and accuracy.
• Strong negotiation, litigation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Must be able to provide three professional references from prior work experience.
• Licensure in South Carolina is a plus, but not required