Pay: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a well-established, growing law firm with a strong Midwest reputation and a collaborative office environment
- Handle meaningful Illinois workers' compensation defense matters with direct exposure to hearings, litigation strategy, and case management
- Work alongside experienced attorneys who can help sharpen your litigation, medical, and courtroom skills
- Enjoy flexibility with hybrid or remote options while still being connected to a supportive team
- Build a long-term career with a firm that offers sophisticated work without losing a collegial, small-office feel
Location: Flexible hybrid or remote arrangement available for attorneys based near Chicago or Joliet, Illinois.
Note: Must have 2+ years of Illinois workers' compensation defense experience and must be licensed to practice in Illinois.
About Us
We are a respected law firm serving business clients across the Midwest with practical, efficient, and high-level legal counsel. Our team values responsive communication, strong client service, and a collaborative approach to getting results. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Handle Illinois workers' compensation defense matters from initial assignment through resolution
- Manage hearings, pre-trials, status calls, motion practice, and case strategy
- Conduct legal research and apply medical and factual analysis to support litigation
- Communicate directly with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, and claim professionals
- Draft reports, pleadings, correspondence, and other case-related documents
- Manage deadlines, caseload activity, and litigation strategy across multiple files
- Work closely with experienced attorneys while continuing to grow your own independent caseload
- Contribute to strong client relationships through responsiveness, sound judgment, and practical advice
Qualifications
- 2+ years of directly relevant Illinois workers' compensation defense experience
- Active Illinois bar license
- Strong writing, communication, and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines effectively
- Professional, dependable, and client-service-oriented approach
- Book of business is a plus, but not required
Why You Will Love Working Here
- Quality-of-life-focused culture that values balance and professionalism
- Strong mentoring and hands-on development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangement for the right candidate
- Established platform with room to grow your practice and reputation
- Collegial team environment with sophisticated work and practical leadership
JPC-848
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance