Attorney, Case Management, Court Deposition, Insurance, Leadership, Legal, Legal Research, Litigation, Maintain Compliance, Multilingual, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Personal Injury, Research & Development (R&D), Research Skills, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
Position Summary - $100k-120k end of year discretionary bonus + commission
The Bodily Injury Litigation Attorney will handle personal injury litigation matters from filing through resolution. The ideal candidate is experienced in litigation strategy, motion practice, depositions, negotiations, and trial preparation, with the ability to independently manage a caseload while working collaboratively with support staff and leadership Responsibilities.
- Manage a caseload of bodily injury litigation files from suit through trial
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal correspondence
- Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations
- Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies
- Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel
- Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case updates
- Work closely with paralegals, case managers, and support staff
- Prepare cases for trial and assist with courtroom proceedings
- Ensure compliance with Illinois court rules, deadlines, and procedures
Qualifications
- Active Illinois Bar license in good standing
- Minimum of 2+ years of personal injury or bodily injury litigation experience preferred
- Strong understanding of Illinois civil litigation procedures
- Excellent writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills
- Ability to independently manage litigation caseloads
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Bilingual skills are a plus
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Health benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment