Attorney

Make a positive impact for injured workers by joining our San Diego Legal team! Please apply only to this San Diego position if it’s your preferred location. State Compensation Insurance Fund’s San Diego State Contracts Legal unit is looking for an Attorney to join our talented and skilled legal team. At State Fund, we represent the insured employers and various State Agencies of California, handling challenging workers' compensation-related issues. As an Attorney with us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact by handling, defending, litigating, and resolving workers’ compensation cases.

The San Diego State Contracts Legal unit boasts some of the most dedicated workers’ compensation attorneys in Legal with decades of legal experience in both public and private practice. We defend cases aggressively, using a collaborative, thoughtful and targeted approach that is always designed to serve our clients’ best interests. Whether you want to use your experience to teach and train, or embrace opportunities to learn and grow, the San Diego State Contracts legal team is a great opportunity for you.

Location: The San Diego Legal unit appears at the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board district office in San Diego.

The successful candidates will be handling/litigating workers’ compensation cases and will make in-person and virtual appearances in San Diego. Occasional travel may be required.

This position will be housed at the following State Fund location: San Diego.

Your Role As a vital member of our team, you'll enjoy a diverse and fulfilling role. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating closely with internal and external clients
• Drafting compelling pleadings, correspondences, and communications
• Conducting thorough discovery
• Skillfully negotiating and drafting settlements
• Making confident court appearances, including trials

Who We’re Looking For We invite attorneys licensed in California to apply. While prior experience can be an advantage, it's not a requirement. Newly admitted attorneys are highly encouraged to join our team. We value diversity and inclusion, and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications

• Exceptional analytical, written, and oral communication skills
• Exceptional research abilities
• Outstanding customer service and client relations skills
• Concise and persuasive writing abilities
• Ability to comprehend complex medical reports
• Excellent organizational skills, coupled with the ability to meet deadlines while managing an active caseload
• Effective collaboration with peers, supervisors, internal and external clients, and other State Fund employees
• The flexibility to work independently and as a cohesive team member

At State Fund, we foster a supportive and inclusive work environment where your career can thrive. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the legal field and help shape the future of workers' compensation law in California.

Working At State Fund Offers EXCELLENT Benefits Including

• Alternate Work Schedule options
• On-the-job training
• Various health, dental and vision plans to choose from
• Retirement plans (CalPERS, 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Days
• Personal Holidays
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Dependent Scholarship Program
• Leadership Training
• Mentoring Program
• Transit Pass Program

AND MORE!

Do you need help with the state application process? Please view this short tutorial video: https://scif.wistia.com/medias/8g6eazzxjk SALARY : $7,969 - $12,026 per Month

(New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.)

LOCATION: San Diego County

CLASSIFICATION : ATTORNEY

FINAL FILING DATE : November 2, 2026