Accident Defense Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA options

Life and disability insurance

Family leave

401k/profit sharing

Pet insurance

Hybrid work schedule

Remote work equipment

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago, IL seeks an associate with 1–4 years of civil litigation experience to handle highway accident, wrongful death and personal injury defense matters. You will conduct discovery, perform case analysis, participate in depositions and court appearances, and draft briefs and motions, with a hybrid work schedule and a full benefits package.

Admission to the Illinois bar and a JD are required; strong research and analytical skills and excellent written and verbal

Qualifications

• Admittance to the Illinois bar.
• 1-4 years of experience in civil litigation.
• Experience in the transportation industry or defending personal injury, property damage, or subrogation claims preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct written discovery and research.
• Analyze cases and prepare legal strategies.
• Participate in depositions and court appearances.
• Draft and file briefs and motions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an attorney with 1-4 years of experience in civil litigation for an associate position in its Highway Accident, Wrongful Death, and Personal Injury Defense Litigation practice in Chicago, Illinois. The attorney will engage in all phases of written discovery, research and case analysis, depositions, court appearances, and briefing and motion practice in state and federal court.

Duties

• Conduct written discovery and research.
• Analyze cases and prepare legal strategies.
• Participate in depositions and court appearances.
• Draft and file briefs and motions.

Requirements

• Admittance to the Illinois bar.
• 1-4 years of experience in civil litigation.
• Experience in the transportation industry or defending personal injury, property damage, or subrogation claims preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Family care leave.
• 401k/profit sharing retirement package.
• Pet insurance.
• Hybrid work schedule with office and remote work flexibility.
• Firm-provided computer and accessory equipment for remote work.