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Personal Injury Defense Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location Illinois - Chicago

Job ID ZU01397628

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 1 Years

Ranking 2 : Consumer and/or Business $$

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Firm Salary-Tend to Be on Lower End in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Insurance Defense - GeneralPersonal Injury Defense

2025-12-11 09:24:13
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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Personal Injury Defense Attorney in Chicago, Illinois, with one year of experience to support litigation matters involving bodily injury, premises liability, automobile claims, and related defense work. This role is ideal for an early-career attorney looking to build litigation skills within a structured and professional defense environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong research abilities, solid writing skills, and a commitment to effective client advocacy.

Duties

  • Assist in defending clients in personal injury and general liability cases
  • Draft pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and legal memoranda
  • Conduct legal research to support case strategy and motion practice
  • Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations as appropriate
  • Review and analyze medical records, incident reports, and discovery materials
  • Communicate with insureds, carriers, experts, and opposing counsel
  • Support senior attorneys with trial preparation and case development

Requirements

  • 1 year of experience in personal injury defense or civil litigation
  • Familiarity with litigation procedures, discovery rules, and courtroom practice
  • Strong legal research and writing skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Effective communication and client-interaction skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Education

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

  • Active state bar license in good standing

Skills

  • Legal research proficiency using major legal databases
  • Strong drafting and analytical capabilities
  • Ability to review and interpret medical and investigative documents
  • Case-management and organizational skills
  • Effective negotiation and communication abilities

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Potential performance-based bonuses
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Possible health, retirement, or additional benefits

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Date Last Confirmed

12-11-2025

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