Workers' Compensation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Workers' Compensation Attorney with 5-7 years of experience to join their Chicago, Illinois office. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled litigator passionate about helping injured workers and ready to manage a robust caseload in a dynamic legal environment.

Duties

• Handle a full caseload of Illinois Workers' Compensation cases from start to finish.
• Represent clients in arbitration hearings, pre-trials, and settlement negotiations.
• Draft motions, responses, and other litigation documents.
• Manage client communications, guiding them through the process and legal options.
• Collaborate with experts, physicians, and internal teams to strengthen case strategy.
• Monitor deadlines, filings, and procedural compliance.
• Provide guidance to junior attorneys or legal assistants as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) and respective state bar membership required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience handling workers' compensation claims.
• Strong client-facing experience; ability to communicate clearly with clients is essential.
• Case management skills, including managing and prioritizing multiple clients, projects, and deadlines.
• Preferential consideration for deposition, hearing, and mediation experience.
• Superior organization skills with great follow-through.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize appropriately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Deadline and detail-oriented.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• State bar membership.

Skills

• Strong client communication and case management skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Commitment to professional growth and development.

This national law firm provides legal representation to clients with a focus on general civil litigation. Its key practice areas include pharmaceuticals, medical devices, military earplugs, nursing home abuse, truck accidents, and other related areas. The firm and its team of attorneys have won over $1 billion in verdicts and settlement on behalf of their clients. Its main office is located in Houston, Texas.