Workers' Compensation Attorney

A law firm in Chicago is currently seeking a Workers' Compensation Attorney to join their team. As a Workers' Compensation Attorney, the candidate will be responsible for defending workers' compensation cases representing the interests of employers or insurers. The role involves a range of duties, including gathering and reviewing medical evidence, conducting depositions, performing legal research, and litigating cases before administrative law judges. The ideal candidate should have a J.D., proof of admission to the Illinois Bar and a proven track record of progressive experience in workers' compensation defense work.

Duties:

• Gather and review medical evidence and records.
• Take depositions of claimants, physicians, medical experts, and other parties.
• Conduct discovery and perform legal research.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.
• Litigate workers' compensation cases before administrative law judges.
• Represent the interests of employers or insurers at hearings, trials, depositions, and other proceedings.
• Communicate with claims representatives.
• Monitor loss run reports and alert management to concerns.
• Assist with accident investigations and problem areas.
• Manage workers' compensation costs to reduce liability.
• Compile and submit required reports to company management.
• Coordinate and attend claims reviews.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company/employer.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• J.D. and proof of admission to the Illinois Bar; passing the Bar in another Midwest state is a plus.
• Experience defending workers' compensation cases.
• Working knowledge of legal principles and practices.
• In-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology.
• Microsoft Word and Outlook experience is required; Perfect Law legal software experience is preferred.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, research, and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multitask.
• Excellent telephone and writing skills.

Benefits offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, Group Term life.
• Voluntary term life, STD, LTD.
• 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.