Ritsema Law

Associate Attorney

Ritsema Law

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Phoenix • Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Utah, Wyoming • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $80,000 - $125,000 per year

Job Level

JuniorMid-Level

About the role

  • Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs related to workers' compensation cases.
  • Represent clients in workers' compensation hearings, mediations, and trials.
  • Manage client communications and provide legal advice regarding workers' compensation claims.
  • Develop case strategies and legal arguments to advocate for clients effectively.
  • Participate in client meetings, settlement negotiations, and administrative proceedings.
  • Ensure compliance with all legal standards and regulations related to workers' compensation law.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to the Colorado, Arizona, and/or Utah State Bar(s).
  • 1+ year/s of experience with general liability defense, workers' compensation subrogation, or related fields is required.
  • Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
  • Experience with drafting and reviewing legal documents.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (2 out of 3 health plans fully paid for employees).
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match.
  • Continuing legal education (CLE) opportunities.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Mentorship opportunities for newer associates.
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible work arrangements.
  • Paid garage parking with 3 days in-office.
  • Casual but professional work environment.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
legal researchdrafting legal documentspleadingsmotionsbriefscase strategieslegal argumentsworkers' compensation lawgeneral liability defenseworkers' compensation subrogation
Soft skills
analytical skillswriting skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationindependenceteamworkprofessionalismethical standards
Certifications
Juris Doctor (JD)Colorado State BarArizona State BarUtah State Bar