Litigation Attorney

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Job Description:
Brennan Burtker is seeking to hire lateral attorneys with 2-5 years of experience for Associate Attorney positions. We will also consider a lateral junior partner to service our top client accounts. We are looking for enthusiastic and proactive attorneys who want to be trial attorneys and who will grow professionally with the firm as it continues to expand. The position requires experience in all stages of litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to be part of a growing, dynamic law firm serving the industry’s top healthcare clients and an ever-expanding clientele.
 
Salary ranges from $115,000 to $175,000, depending on experience level, and excellent fringe benefits include 100% health care and disability coverage for individual employees, 3% of salary deposited into a 401(k), and the potential for rapid advancement for superior performance.

Qualifications:

• Illinois law license required for lateral hires.
• Knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and other applicable codes and regulations
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience with medical malpractice litigation a plus
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and persuasively
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure
• Excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team
• An interest in developing business and expanding our current practice.

Responsibilities:

• Taking and defending depositions
• Conducting written discovery and research
• Drafting pleadings and motions
• Participating in trial preparation and second chair trial experience is preferred
• Representing clients in court
• Legal and factual analysis, as well as negotiation and advocacy
• Some travel may be required

About Brennan Burtker:
Brennan Burtker LLC is a law firm that provides defense litigation and healthcare consultation services. Our partners are recognized defense litigation attorneys with a deep understanding of healthcare issues. We have a strong trial record in complex medical malpractice cases and serve a diverse client base in the healthcare industry.