Hearing Representative – Workers Compensation Defense

About the position Hearing Representative – Workers Compensation Defense Location: Remote (California Workers Compensation jurisdiction required) Employment Type: Direct Hire – Full Time Compensation: $55,000 – $120,000 base salary + bonus eligibility and benefits HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Hearing Representative (Workers Compensation Defense) to join one of our valued client partners. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this legal advocacy role within a California-based workers compensation defense practice . Position Overview The Hearing Representative will manage a caseload of workers compensation lien files and represent clients during proceedings before the California Workers Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) . The role requires strong familiarity with California workers compensation procedures, the ability to analyze medical documentation, and the confidence to advocate before administrative judges during lien-related disputes. This role is focused on professionals who already operate within the California workers compensation system and who can independently manage lien litigation, settlement negotiations, and formal hearings. Responsibilities • Manage a full caseload of lien files from initial evaluation through final resolution • Analyze medical documentation and rate permanent disability using the AMA Guides • Review and assess medical records to determine apportionment of disability across contributing causes • Represent clients before WCAB judges at Mandatory Settlement Conferences (MSC), Status Conferences, and walk-through settlements • Advocate on behalf of employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators during medical lien hearings • Conduct negotiations with lien claimants to resolve disputes where appropriate • Prepare legal documentation including settlement agreements, declarations, and written position statements • Maintain consistent communication with clients by providing case updates, summaries, and strategic recommendations • Manage high-volume caseloads within a fully digital case management environment Requirements • Minimum 3 years of California workers compensation defense experience as a Hearing Representative • Direct experience appearing before WCAB judges in substantive hearings • Demonstrated experience arguing medical lien disputes before a judge • Experience handling medical liens , not solely copy service liens • Strong proficiency rating permanent disability using the AMA Guides • Experience reviewing medical records and determining apportionment • Ability to independently manage a high-volume lien caseload • Experience drafting legal documents such as settlement agreements, declarations, and written position statements • Comfort operating within a paperless legal environment • Stable employment history with no pattern of job hopping Nice-to-haves • Experience working within a California workers compensation defense firm • Experience working for insurance carriers or third-party administrators (TPAs) • Experience handling complex medical lien litigation matters • Strong written communication skills used for formal case summaries and client reporting • Background representing clients in Mandatory Settlement Conferences and lien hearings Benefits • bonus eligibility • Comprehensive benefits package