Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Job Title: Personal Injury Associate Attorney
Job Location: Chicago, IL

Job Overview:
A respected litigation firm in downtown Chicago seeks a driven and experienced Personal Injury Associate Attorney to join its team. The position calls for an individual with hands-on experience managing personal injury matters from intake through resolution. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can juggle competing priorities, and is passionate about advocating for individuals who have suffered harm.

Duties:

• Manage a full docket of personal injury cases from inception through resolution

• Conduct detailed evaluations of potential claims and guide clients

• Draft and revise legal documentation, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery, and settlement demands

• Gather and analyze evidence such as medical records, insurance policies, and investigative reports

• Engage with clients, treating providers, expert witnesses, and opposing parties

• Negotiate pre-trial settlements when appropriate and in the client’s best interest

• Represent clients in hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings

• Maintain up-to-date case information in legal case management software

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in personal injury law (preferably representing plaintiffs)

• Admitted to practice law and in good standing with the state bar

• Bilingual skills are considered a strong asset

• Experience handling depositions, mediations, and hearings preferred

• Demonstrated success managing multiple cases and deadlines efficiently

• Proficient in client communications and expectation management

• Ability to identify critical issues and make sound legal judgments

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities

• Excellent written advocacy and verbal communication skills

• Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Illinois

Skills:

• Litigation strategy and negotiation

• Legal research and drafting

• Client service and relationship-building

• Discovery management and trial preparation

• Time management and multitasking under pressure

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement savings plan

• Professional development support

• Collaborative and inclusive firm culture

• Opportunities for advancement within a dynamic legal team

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.