Benefits:
Simple IRA (w/ employer contribution)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are an Applicant's workers' compensation firm representing former professional athletes — including NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, and other league players — in complex occupational injury and cumulative trauma claims. We are seeking an experienced Hearing Representative to appear on behalf of our clients before the Santa Ana Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB).
This is a specialized practice requiring familiarity with the unique medical, procedural, and evidentiary issues that arise in professional athlete WC claims, including cumulative trauma, multiple body parts, career earnings, and disputed industrial causation.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Appear virtually at Mandatory Settlement Conferences (MSCs) and Status Conferences (SCs) before the Santa Ana WCAB on behalf of injured applicants
Review case files, pleadings, and medical reports prior to hearings to ensure accurate representation of the applicant's position
Prepare Pre-Trial Conference Statements and ensure compliance with WCAB procedural requirements
Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and support staff regarding case status and strategy
Assist in moving cases toward resolution, including settlements and trial readiness
Monitor and calendar upcoming hearing dates and ensure timely filing of required documents
Maintain detailed and accurate case notes and updates in case management system
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 2 years of experience appearing at the WCAB, preferably at Santa Ana; applicant-side experience strongly preferred
Solid working knowledge of California Labor Code and WCAB procedural rules
Experience handling virtual appearances and familiarity with EAMS
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently
Strong written and oral communication skills; professional demeanor in virtual proceedings
Familiarity with cumulative trauma claims strongly preferred
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior experience with professional athlete WC claims or high-value cumulative trauma cases
Knowledge of orthopedic and psychiatric components of cumulative trauma claims
Prior experience at Santa Ana WCAB is a plus
COMPENSATION & DETAILS
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Performance bonuses
Collaborative and experienced legal team
Meaningful advocacy for clients and complex injury histories
Opportunity to grow within a focused and expanding firm
Paid time off
Professional development
Access to group medical and dental plans
Flexible work from home options available.