Managing Attorney – WC Litigation

ICW Group

. Oversee operational aspects of the Litigation Management team with the department Director .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $137,617 - $232,082 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in California workers' compensation litigation, including trial experience and a deep understanding of relevant laws and administrative rules. Proven ability to lead and mentor legal teams while managing operational processes and financial performance.

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California Workers' Compensation LitigationJuris DoctorateSupervisory ExperienceFinancial Reporting with ExcelLegal Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Litigation ManagementWorkers' Compensation LawTrial ExperienceLegal ResearchPerformance EvaluationProcess ImprovementClient CommunicationData AnalysisReport PreparationStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipMentoringProblem SolvingInitiative

Tools & Technologies

ExcelLegal Management SoftwareAutomated Reporting ToolsData Retrieval Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed with the State Bar of California

Industry Keywords

Litigation ManagementIn-House CounselLegal ServicesClient SatisfactionRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee operational aspects of the Litigation Management team with the department Director
Create, manage, and improve operational processes
Assist with budget planning, financial measures, and results
Lead initiatives to improve team efficiency and communication between legal and business teams
Direct law office personnel providing litigation and legal services
Oversee law office operations for In-House Counsel
Contribute to strategic business decisions and company goals
Evaluate productivity and service quality to support client satisfaction goals
Identify and implement work process improvements
Monitor financial and ROI goals, identify trends, prepare reports, and implement modifications
Mentor attorneys, law clerks, paralegals, and assistants
Handle a reduced caseload of litigated Workers’ Compensation files through resolution
Litigate California workers’ compensation cases before state and federal courts, administrative boards, the Court of Appeal, and the California Supreme Court
Analyze complex legal and factual issues and develop defense strategies
Provide strategic, cost-effective legal advice and action plans
Review and distribute information on legislation, regulations, and court decisions
Oversee, supervise, evaluate, motivate, and develop Litigation Management professionals and support staff
Set performance expectations and support team members in achieving them
Establish work cadence and partner with department leadership on performance, outcomes, and customer experience
Interview, hire, train, assign, and direct employees; conduct reviews; resolve problems; and plan staffing needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university required
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school required
Minimum 8-10 years of workers’ compensation legal experience required
1-2 years supervisory experience of associate attorneys, paralegals, law clerks, hearing representatives, or support staff required
Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of California with no history of public or private reprisals
Expert knowledge litigating California workers’ compensation matters with trial experience
Deep understanding of workers’ compensation administrative rules, laws, statutes, legal principles and practices
Ability to work with Excel, including creating financial and performance reports
Proficient use of applications and programs to create automated reports, templates, systems and reliable data retrieval
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to present information to clients, claims personnel, top management, public groups, Board of Directors, mediators, arbitrators, judges, and juries
Demonstrated ability to work independently under minimal supervision, maintain a strong work ethic, and exercise initiative
Must work at one of the offices of In-House Counsel on a weekly basis
Employment sponsorship is not offered for this opportunity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401K retirement plan and company match
Bonus potential for all positions
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays throughout the calendar year
100% support for continued learning
Challenging work and the ability to make a difference
Voice and sense of belonging