Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Make a meaningful difference by helping injured workers secure the benefits and compensation they deserve.
• Enjoy greater autonomy and take ownership of rewarding workers' compensation cases.
• Join a growing, supportive legal team that values your expertise and professional development.
• Benefit from performance-based earning potential and opportunities to advance your career.
• Work with modern legal technology in a collaborative environment that values work-life balance.
• Enjoy competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Location

New Orleans, LA | On-Site

Join our welcoming New Orleans office, where collaboration, flexibility, and a positive team culture are part of everyday life. We value time both inside and outside the office and offer an engaging workplace where you can thrive.

Note

Candidates must have an active Louisiana Bar license and 2+ years of workers' compensation experience. We welcome attorneys from both plaintiff-side and defense-side backgrounds who are ready to make a meaningful impact representing injured workers.

About Us

Confidential Employer

We are an established Louisiana personal injury law firm dedicated to standing up for injured individuals and families. Our team combines strong litigation experience with a compassionate, client-first approach. We believe in working hard, supporting one another, and creating a positive environment where talented attorneys can build rewarding careers.

Job Description

• Represent injured workers in Louisiana workers' compensation claims and disputes.
• Manage cases from initial evaluation through negotiation, settlement, or hearing.
• Develop effective legal strategies to help clients secure benefits and compensation.
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, legal motions, and other case documentation.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, insurers, and medical providers.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and legal support staff to achieve successful outcomes.
• Maintain an organized caseload while providing responsive, compassionate client service.

Qualifications

• Active Louisiana Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of workers' compensation experience.
• Understanding of Louisiana workers' compensation laws and procedures.
• Experience with workers' compensation claims, case management, or litigation.
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Plaintiff-side or insurance defense litigation experience is welcome.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer more than a job. We offer the opportunity to build a fulfilling legal career while helping people navigate difficult moments in their lives. You'll work alongside approachable colleagues who value teamwork, professional growth, and life outside the office. If you're looking for meaningful work, greater responsibility, and a team that appreciates your contributions, we'd love to hear from you!

JPC - 2852

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: LA bar license, 2+ years of workers’ compensation exp

• Required Years as Associate: 2+
• If remote:
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 
• 2 to 3 years: $100K–$115K; 
• 4 to 6 years: $115K–$135K; 
• 7+ years: $135K–$150K (recruiter-recommended total compensation targets; client previously stated $50K guaranteed base plus settlement percentage).

Submission Email:HR-

HR@chopin.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established Louisiana plaintiff-side firm seeking a Workers’ Compensation Attorney in New Orleans. Handles workers’ compensation claims, litigation, hearings, and settlements. Must have active LA Bar license and 2+ years of workers’ compensation experience; plaintiff or defense background accepted.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Workers’ Compensation Attorney - The Chopin Law Firm LLC - JPC- 2852- source

New Job Order Alert

• Client job title: Workers’ Compensation Attorney
• Location: New Orleans, LA
• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site
• Experience: 2
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Workers’ Compensation Attorney, Workers’ Comp Lawyer, Workers’ Compensation Associate, Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney, Workers’ Compensation Litigation Attorney

• of hires needed: 1