Job Title: Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorney
Location: Chicago, IL 60603| St. Louis, MO 63101
Salary/Payrate: $90K–$110K annually, negotiable based on experience. Additional compensation consideration for Partner-level candidates.
Work Environment: Hybrid/Flexible/Remote – Initial onboarding and training in office. Chicago requires in-person attendance initially; St. Louis may offer remote flexibility. Final arrangements based on experience, location, and firm expectations.
Term: Permanent / Full-Time
Bachelor's Degree Required: J.D. from an accredited law school
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $1,000 should the person you refer get hired.
JOB DESCRIPTION
A well-established, growing litigation defense law firm is seeking experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorneys to join its teams in Chicago, and St. Louis, MO.
This opportunity is ideal for attorneys seeking a long-term professional home with meaningful litigation experience, collaborative leadership, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for advancement, including partnership.
The firm represents employers, insurance companies, and third-party administrators in workers' compensation defense matters and offers attorneys the opportunity to independently manage cases while benefiting from experienced partners, mentorship, and dedicated legal support staff.
Responsibilities
- Manage workers' compensation defense matters from initial intake through resolution.
- Represent employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators.
- Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
- Appear before applicable Workers' Compensation Commissions and courts in Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin.
- Conduct direct and cross-examinations of medical experts and other witnesses.
- Draft pleadings, briefs, litigation reports, IME correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Collaborate with partners on litigation strategies, investigations, and complex legal issues.
- Maintain organized electronic case files and accurate billable time records.
- Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments, litigation strategies, and outcomes.
- Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active license in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.
- Workers' Compensation Defense litigation experience preferred.
- Plaintiff-side Workers' Compensation attorneys will also be considered.
- Experience handling depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
- Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage a caseload and meet deadlines.
- Experience with legal billing and case management software.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to travel for hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
- Portable book of business welcomed but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary of $90,000–$110,000, negotiable.
- Semiannual bonus opportunities.
- Partner-track and long-term career advancement opportunities.
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangements following onboarding.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off.
- Paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Disability insurance.
- Commuter benefits.
- Dedicated paralegal and legal administrative support.
- Mentorship and professional development.
- Continuing Legal Education opportunities.
- Marketing and business development support.
- Opportunities to speak at industry conferences and publish professional articles.