Workers' Compensation Attorney

Job Title: Workers’ Compensation Attorney 
Location: Wilmington, NC 
Job Type: Full-Time 

About Horton & Mendez 

Join Our Team: The Culture Behind Horton & Mendez, a Growing NC Law Firm 

Horton & Mendez is a North Carolina personal injury law firm headquartered in Wilmington, with offices across the state. Founded by former insurance defense attorneys, we bring insider knowledge and a client-first approach to every case. Our mission is simple: to level the playing field for injured people by providing compassionate, personalized, and effective legal representation.  

We’re proud to be named one of Wilmington’s Top 10 Best Places to Work. We believe great work starts with a great team, and we’re committed to creating a culture where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. 

About the Role: 

Horton & Mendez is seeking a Workers' Compensation Attorney to represent injured workers through every stage of their claims. This attorney manages a caseload from evaluation through resolution, advocating for clients before the North Carolina Industrial Commission and guiding them through a process that affects both their health and their livelihood. The right person brings solid workers' compensation experience, sound legal judgment, and a real commitment to the people they represent. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Manage a workers’ compensation caseload from evaluation through resolution, keeping cases moving efficiently toward strong outcomes 

• Represent clients before the North Carolina Industrial Commission, including hearings, mediations, and depositions 

• Secure the medical care and wage benefits injured workers are entitled to 

• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers, adjusters, and defense counsel 

• Keep clients informed on their rights, where their case stands, and what comes next 

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement documents 

• Partner closely with legal assistants and staff to deliver consistent, high quality advocacy on every case 

What we are looking for: 

• Active license to practice law in North Carolina, in good standing 

• 2+ years of experience practicing workers' compensation law 

• Working knowledge of the NC Workers' Compensation Act and Industrial Commission procedures 

• Strong negotiation, writing, and oral advocacy skills 

• Highly organized and detail oriented, with the ability to manage a full caseload and deadlines 

• Professional discretion in handling sensitive client, medical, and financial information 

Bonus Points: 

• Bilingual in Spanish 

• Experience with third party personal injury claims arising from workplace injuries 

• Experience with legal case management software 

EEO Statement 

We are committed to hiring the best people for the job, regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. 

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