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Workers Compensation Claim Manager

Property & Casualty Insurance

The manager oversees a team of Claim Specialists who address claims of varying complexities within the department. This role involves tracking claim trends and regularly reporting findings to department leadership, along with action plans to mitigate any negative trends. Candidates residing in Pacific Standard Time regions are highly preferred. A deep understanding of California Workers' Compensation statutes is essential. The manager will direct policies and procedures to ensure that claim handling aligns with the company's best practices, as well as all relevant legal and regulatory standards.

Collaboration with the Assistant Vice President is a key aspect, focusing on the planning and establishment of regional business goals. Working alongside risk engineering, underwriting, account executives, vendor management, and legal teams, the manager will address trends that could affect claims costs and develop guidelines that support the department's and company's objectives. Technical support should be provided to claims specialists, drawing from industry publications, seminars, and various resources to remain current on essential updates.

Staying informed about recent legal rulings and trends by reviewing case law is also critical. Ensuring a competent claims staff is vital for the timely and equitable resolution of claims based on applicable contracts, state regulations, and company policies. Coverage issues will be identified, including a review of all coverage evaluation letters. The manager will approve recommendations for case reserves and oversee the adequacy of reserves for claims managed by the team. Guidance in claim negotiations and extending settlement authority to Claims Specialists is essential, as is recruiting, mentoring, and retaining skilled staff. Developing and training direct reports is important to maximize their growth and success, while also addressing any performance issues to meet both departmental and individual goals.

Setting, executing, and monitoring regional office claims objectives in alignment with the company's mission is crucial, along with a willingness to participate in special projects beyond standard duties. Engaging with current and potential customers about the company's claims capabilities and their specific needs is also required.

Candidates should have over eight years in WC Claims supervision or management roles, with substantial experience in California jurisdiction. A bachelor's degree or its equivalent is mandatory, alongside strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and Lotus Notes is also necessary.

Job Description: Regional HR Manager (Employee Relations Focus)

Job Title: Regional HR Manager (Employee Relations Focus)

Location: On-site in Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Reports to: Director, Field Human Resources

Department: Human Resources

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Purpose

The Regional HR Manager serves as a strategic HR partner to field leadership, delivering high-impact support across employee relations, compliance, leave management, and HR program execution. This role is critical to ensuring consistent application of HR policies and practices across ALKEME’s growing footprint. The Regional HR Manager will operate independently within their assigned region and will not have direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic HR Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to regional business leaders on HR matters including workforce planning, organizational changes, and talent development.
• Align HR strategies with business goals to support growth, performance, and engagement.

2. Employee Relations & Investigations

• Lead investigations into employee concerns, policy violations, and workplace conflicts.
• Provide guidance on performance management, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant resolution of employee issues.

• 3. Leave Management & Compliance
• Administer and track employee leaves (FMLA, ADA, state-specific programs) in coordination with centralized HR support.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies.
• Support audits and reporting requirements as needed.

4. HR Program Execution

• Implement enterprise-wide HR initiatives such as performance reviews, engagement surveys, and training programs.
• Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes in partnership with HR Operations.
• Promote ALKEME’s culture and values through field-level engagement and communication.

5. Organizational Support

• Provide input on organizational structure, role design, and workforce transitions.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR Centers of Excellence to support hiring, retention, and development efforts.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a multi-site or field-based environment.
• Strong background in employee relations, compliance, and HR operations.
• Experience in the insurance industry is preferred, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence without authority.Ability to manage multiple priorities across a geographically dispersed workforce.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and case management tools.

Working Conditions

• This role requires regular travel within the assigned region (up to 25%).

General Liability Associate

Locations (California)

Costa Mesa

Hybrid Work Flexibility

This role requires a minimum of two in-office days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week. Our robust infrastructure ensures seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Our General Liability team represents restaurants, retail stores, and other businesses in a wide range of matters, premises liability, products liability and business litigation. Our practice also encompasses the defense of personal and catastrophic injury claims, and foodborne illness disputes. We are seeking a highly motivated and well-rounded General Liability Associate with at least one (1) year of experience in to join our team.

As an associate, you will work closely with experienced litigators and industry-leading partners, gaining hands-on experience in every stage of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to mediation, arbitration, and trial. We are looking for a driven, intellectually curious attorney eager to make a meaningful impact for our clients while advancing their career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The ideal candidate is highly-motivated, eager to learn, and committed to long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of written discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, preparing meet and confer letters, and handling discovery-related motions.
• Take and defend depositions, attend site inspections, and interview witnesses.
• Appear at court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies, including case evaluation and risk assessment.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients throughout litigation.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our associates professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• One (1) year of civil litigation experience.
• Proven experience in premises liability litigation, ideally in a law firm environment.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities with keen attention to detail.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $125,000 - $180,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Civil Defense Litigation Associate

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Costa Mesa, CA

San Diego, CA

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and well-rounded Civil Litigation Associate with at least two (2) years of experience to join our Team! The candidate will work closely with senior associates and partners daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to trial presentation—focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Drafting extensive written discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, documents requests and request for admissions.
• Attending hearings, drafting motions, and taking and defending depositions, while analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies.
• Proactively managing communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
• Timely and accurate reporting to our clients, ensuring compliance with their case management requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school and current good standing with the CA State Bar.
• At least two (2) years of civil / general litigation experience.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrable experience investigating and case handling with respect to research, discovery, depositions, and mediations.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $125,000 - $180,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Grant, Genovese & Baratta, LLP is a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Corporate Paralegal with 9+ years of solid experience to join our Corporate and Commercial Transactions team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with corporate transactions, mergers & acquisitions, and commercial financing
• Draft and review corporate governance documents, operating agreements, bylaws, and shareholder agreements
• Prepare and maintain corporate entity formations, foreign qualifications, and compliance filings
• Conduct UCC searches, filings, and due diligence reviews
• Manage transactional closings, including preparing closing checklists, coordinating deliverables, and handling post-closing matters
• Draft stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, and ancillary deal documentation
• Assist in drafting promissory notes, security agreements, and corporate resolutions
• Research corporate records and compliance matters using public records and informational databases

Requirements:

• ABA Approved Paralegal Certificate
• Extensive experience with corporate transactions, entity management, and UCC matters
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Westlaw, Clio, and online legal databases
• Strong understanding of corporate structures, financing transactions, and regulatory filings
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Notary Public certification is a plus
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Corporate Governance & Compliance
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Secured and Unsecured Transactions
• Entity Formations & Foreign Qualifications
• Stock Purchase Agreements & Asset Purchase Agreements
• Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Searches & Filings
• Due Diligence & Corporate Research
• Loan Documentation & Financing Transactions
• Corporate Resolutions & Board Meeting Minutes
• Orchestrating & Coordinating Closings
• Preparing & Maintaining Closing Binders
• Researching Online Public Records & Information Databases
• Experience working with Clio practice management software

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced corporate transactional paralegal looking to join a sophisticated legal team. Please apply with a current resume for immediate and confidential consideration.

About the job

Who We Are

At The Estate Lawyers, we fiercely protect trustees from getting sued and beneficiaries from getting screwed. Based in Southern California and rapidly expanding, we are on a mission to become the largest and most respected trust and estate litigation law firm in the state.

We are a results-based team of litigation professionals known for our precision, power, and integrity among clients, judges, and referral partners alike. Our firm culture is collaborative, fast-paced, and supportive. If you're a strategic litigator looking for a firm where you can grow with intention, work with brilliant colleagues, and be recognized for your results we want to meet you.

About This Role

As a Litigation Associate Attorney, you will work under the direction of a partner to manage a high-value caseload of trust and estate disputes from initial filing through resolution. You will be expected to take ownership of your cases—drafting persuasive pleadings, managing discovery, writing strong motions, taking and defending depositions, and contributing to trial strategy. You'll also lead support staff and mentor junior team members.

This is a hybrid role based out of our Irvine office.

Who This Role Is For:

This is for you if you:

• Have 3–8 years of litigation experience, including discovery, depositions, law and motion, and trial prep.
• Have at least 2 years of experience in trust and estate litigation and love the complexity of this field.
• Are strategic in approach and skilled at identifying leverage points.
• Are highly organized, proactive, and a strong communicator with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Want to be part of a smart, driven, humble team that values accountability, consistency, and creative problem-solving.
• Thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-growing environment where innovation is encouraged.

Who This Role Is Not For:

· You prefer a slower-paced environment and need frequent reminders to stay on top of tasks and deadlines.

· You find direct feedback challenging or are still developing your comfort level with open, constructive communication.

Why Join The Estate Lawyers?

We're not your typical law firm. Here's what sets us apart:

• Clear path to leadership – You'll have mentorship, feedback, and the opportunity to grow toward partnership.
• Compensation that rewards excellence – Competitive base salary + bonuses based on performance and impact.
• Forward-thinking culture – We embrace technology, systems, and structure so our team can do their best work.
• Amazing benefits – Unlimited PTO, 401(k) with safe harbor match, student loan repayment, full health/dental/vision, life insurance, and a flexible hybrid/remote setup.
• Values-driven team – We live by our core values: Stay Hungry, Radical Candor, Radical Respect, Team Win/Client Win, and No Jerks Allowed.

At The Estate Lawyers, we don't just practice law—we elevate it.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Active California Bar license in good standing
• 3–8 years of litigation experience (including depositions, court appearances, and motion practice)
• 2+ years of heavy experience in trust and estate litigation
• Familiarity with the California Probate Code, Code of Civil Procedure, and Evidence Code
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and time-entry software
• High level of emotional intelligence and client-facing communication skills
• Open to feedback, personal growth, and leveraging new technologies

Perks & Benefits

• $150,000 - $250,000
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) with safe harbor matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings & FSA options
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid professional development
• Opportunities for internal growth and leadership

Trial Attorney

Office Locations

Los Angeles

Costa Mesa

San Diego

San Francisco

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass is seeking a Trial Attorney to join one of our California offices in a hybrid remote capacity. This position focuses on Automotive Litigation, Premises Liability, Products Liability , and General Liability matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matter. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases

Responsibilities

• Strategically analyze and oversee all phases of litigation, from inception through resolution.
• Develop and deliver arguments and represent clients in negotiating settlement conferences.
• Maintain consistent and proactive client communication, including comprehensive assessments of liability and damages.
• Represent clients in key litigation proceedings, such as hearings, motions, depositions, and mediations.
• Lead a team of Associates, Paralegals, and Legal Assistants.
• Review and refine pleadings, motions, and other legal filings to ensure accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Develop legal strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is required.
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• 5+ years of civil litigation experience, with a focus on personal injury.
• Trial experience.
• Experience formulating and developing case strategy, advising clients on risk mitigation and case resolution options.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise common sense in complex situations while reporting to clients and carriers.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $140,000 - $190,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

A leading global law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate (2–4 years' experience) to join its Orange County office. This opportunity sits within a highly regarded labor and employment practice that advises major domestic and international employers on complex workplace matters, high-stakes litigation, and day-to-day employment counseling.

This role offers the chance to work on sophisticated employment litigation and advisory matters alongside experienced practitioners representing companies across a wide range of industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, retail, manufacturing, and life sciences.

Associates in this group gain exposure to complex wage-and-hour disputes, class and representative actions, workplace investigations, and strategic employment counseling, while working in a collaborative environment that prioritizes professional development and client impact.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will play an active role in employment litigation and advisory work for corporate clients facing complex workplace issues. This includes assisting with litigation strategy, managing discovery, drafting motions and pleadings, and advising clients on compliance with evolving federal and California employment laws.

Given California's uniquely complex employment landscape, the role provides meaningful opportunities to work on high-profile litigation matters, particularly those involving wage-and-hour claims and representative actions.

Associates will work closely with partners and senior attorneys while also engaging directly with clients on legal strategy, compliance considerations, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this role may include:

• Representing employers in employment-related litigation in state and federal courts
• Working on class actions and representative claims, including matters brought under California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA)
• Drafting motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda
• Managing discovery processes, including document review, production, and depositions
• Conducting fact investigations related to employment disputes or workplace complaints
• Supporting workplace investigations and internal compliance reviews
• Advising employers on employment law compliance, including wage-and-hour issues, workplace policies, and risk mitigation
• Assisting with pre-litigation dispute resolution, including demand responses and settlement discussions
• Collaborating with colleagues across offices on complex and multi-jurisdictional employment matters

Candidate Requirements

Qualified candidates will typically have:

• 2–4 years of experience practicing labor and employment law at a large law firm
• Experience handling employment litigation matters
• Strong academic credentials from a recognized law school
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Active membership in the California Bar

Preferred Experience

The ideal candidate will also have experience with:

• Class action and representative litigation, particularly PAGA matters
• Single-plaintiff employment litigation
• Fact investigations and internal workplace reviews
• Employment counseling for corporate clients
• Drafting and arguing motions in employment-related disputes

Compensation

For positions in California, the base salary range is $225,000 – $435,000.

Actual compensation will be determined during the interview process and may vary based on factors including:

• Prior legal experience
• Relevant expertise
• Current market conditions
• Business needs

Total compensation may include additional benefits and incentive opportunities.

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan eligibility
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
• Parental leave
• Additional wellness and financial benefits depending on eligibility and position offered

Further details regarding benefit participation will be provided upon offer of employment.

Work Environment

This position is based in the firm's Orange County office, working alongside attorneys in a collaborative and nationally integrated Labor & Employment practice.

Hybrid work arrangements may be available in accordance with firm policy.

Why Join This Firm

• Market-Leading Labor & Employment Practice - Work alongside experienced attorneys handling some of the most complex employment litigation and advisory matters affecting major employers.
• Exposure to High-Impact California Employment Matters - California's employment laws are among the most dynamic and complex in the country, offering associates significant opportunities to build sophisticated litigation experience.
• Global Platform and Diverse Client Base - The firm represents multinational corporations, emerging companies, and industry leaders across numerous sectors.
• Strong Training and Mentorship Culture - Associates benefit from hands-on experience, partner mentorship, and structured professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and Entrepreneurial Environment - The firm emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and a culture that encourages associates to take ownership of their work and client relationships

Billable Hours - TBC

Interested? Apply with your resume and we will be in touch to discuss the role and firm further.

Transportation Litigation Associate

Office Locations

Los Angeles

Costa Mesa

San Diego

San Francisco

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass is seeking a litigation associate to join one of our California offices in a hybrid remote capacity. The ideal candidate will work on a diverse range of Transportation, Automobile and Trucking cases. The candidate will work closely with senior associates and partners daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to trial presentation—focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage cases, overseeing matters through all stages of the litigation process from inception through trial.
• Attending Court hearing, managing discovery, as well as taking and defending depositions.
• Proactively managing communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
• Timely and accurate reporting to our clients and ensuring compliance with the case management requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is required.
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• The ideal candidate should have 1 + years of transportation litigation experience.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• Time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines is required.
• Experience handling discovery for complex matters, with substantial knowledge of evidentiary objections in responding to discovery.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise common sense in complex situations while reporting to clients and carriers.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $125,000 - $180,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.