Associate Attorney

WCLA; Arlington Heights (IL); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Paid time off

401k with firm match

Profit sharing

Long-term disability insurance

Group health insurance

Job summary

Newland & Newland, LLP, an Illinois-based law firm with offices in Arlington Heights and Libertyville, seeks a dedicated Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Attorney to join our established practice. The role allows hybrid work after training and trains in our Arlington Heights main office with opportunities to work at other offices.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D., is licensed in Illinois, and brings 2–5 years of PI practice, including discovery and negotiations.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Illinois license.
• Minimum 2–5 years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Proficiency in discovery, depositions, court appearances, and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for trials, hearings, and meetings.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies.
• Review and summarize medical records, police reports, etc.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and motions.
• Maintain case progress records and deadlines.
• Interview clients and witnesses; communicate with counsel and clients.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Case management

Microsoft Office

Clio Manage/Grow

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Illinois bar admission

Tools

Clio Manage/Grow

Job description

Key Details

• Full-Time
• Indefinite
• $130,000.00 - $130,000.00
• 2-3 Years
• J.D. (Juris Doctor)
• Yearly Salary

Newland & Newland, LLP, an Illinois-based law firm with offices in Arlington Heights and Libertyville, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Attorney to join our fast-growing established personal injury practice. Our main office is in Arlington Heights, but there is opportunity to work in one of our other offices if preferred, including downtown Chicago, or to work in hybrid format, once initial training period is completed.

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Illinois
• Minimum of 2-5 years of practicing personal injury law from intake through settlement or litigation practice
• Experience with discovery, depositions, court appearances, settlement negotiations, and motion practice preferred

Responsibilities

• Preparing for trials, hearings, and meetings.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and arguments.
• Review and summarize medical records, police reports, and other relevant documents.
• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests, and motions.
• Maintain accurate records of case progress and deadlines using legal management software.
• Manage case information and client information.
• Manage files assigned to them with autonomy
• Interview clients and witnesses to gather necessary information for cases.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations throughout the case process.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals to facilitate effective communication within the law office.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Ability to effectively analyze legal issues and develop case strategies
• Strong case management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Clio Manage/Grow a plus
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, opposing counsel, insurance carriers, courts, and other professionals

Key Attributes

• Professional and detail-oriented
• Client-focused and committed to providing exceptional client service
• Strong work ethic and sense of accountability
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Proactive and resourceful
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Able to remain organized and composed under pressure
• Adaptable and able to manage changing priorities
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and maintain strict client confidentiality
• Committed to zealous and ethical client advocacy

Compensation and Benefits

Base compensation starts at $130,000, with salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Attorneys with significant or extensive experience may be considered for a higher base salary.

• Bonus pay based on a percentage of what is recovered. Including bonus pay, total compensation can be unlimited
• Paid time off
• 401k plan with Firm matching, eligibility after 1 year of employment.
• Profit Sharing retirement plan fully funded by Firm, eligibility after 1 full calendar year of employment
• Long-term disability insurance, paid by the Firm
• Eligibility for the Firm’s optional group health insurance plan after 90 days of employment, with the Firm contributing $350 per month toward the premium for employees who elect to participate in the group health insurance plan
• A limited work-from-home option may be available after successful completion of training and demonstration of proficiency and independence in the role

Newland & Newland, LLP values a diverse workplace, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Join our team as a Personal Injury Attorney where you can make a meaningful impact on clients' lives while advancing your career in the legal field.