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About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead workers' compensation cases from intake through resolution or trial before the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Court
- Conduct detailed case investigations and develop strong medical and vocational evidence
- Draft and file petitions, motions, briefs, and legal documents advocating for injured workers' rights
- Negotiate strategically with insurance carriers and defense counsel to maximize client benefits
- Prepare for and represent clients at hearings and trials when necessary
- Develop case strategies tailored to secure maximum compensation including medical treatment, disability benefits, and vocational rehabilitation
- Challenge claim denials, benefit terminations, and inadequate settlement offers
- Coordinate with medical providers, vocational experts, and other professionals to build compelling cases
- Stay current on Nebraska Workers' Compensation Act updates, case law, and regulatory changes
- Mentor and support junior attorneys and legal staff
- Contribute to client experience and firm growth initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in Nebraska
- 3–5+ years of workers' compensation litigation experience
- Proven ability to drive strong case results and settlements against insurance carriers
- Excellent written, oral, and courtroom advocacy skills
- Strong negotiation instincts and strategic thinking when facing well-resourced insurance companies
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently while collaborating with a team
- Experience with legal research tools and case management systems
- Compassionate communication skills and ability to work with clients facing physical, emotional, and financial challenges
- Standout Candidates May Also Have:
- Experience with catastrophic injury or permanent disability cases
- First-chair trial experience before the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Court
- Knowledge of Social Security Disability, Medicare Set-Asides, and third-party liability claims
- Understanding of medical terminology and ability to interpret complex medical records
- Bilingual skills (Spanish/English)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary + performance bonuses based on case outcomes
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional development and CLE support
- Firm events, branded swag, and community involvement opportunities
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Hard Skills & Tools
workers' compensation litigationlegal researchcase managementdrafting legal documentsnegotiationcourtroom advocacycase strategy developmentmedical terminologyinterpretation of medical recordsfirst-chair trial experience
Soft Skills
strategic thinkingexcellent written communicationexcellent oral communicationnegotiation instinctscompassionate communicationability to manage high-volume caseloadcollaborationmentoringsupporting junior attorneysclient experience enhancement
Certifications
J.D. from an accredited law schoolactive license to practice law in Nebraska